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- Reference NumberARC-0872
- Level of descriptioncollection
- TitleCollection on Nick DeCaro
- Date1926-2016, undated
- Size2.18 (Linear feet)
- Scope and ContentsThe Collection on Nick DeCaro spans the years 1926-2016 and includes undated materials. The collection documents DeCaro's evolution as a composer and arranger through handwritten arrangements and lyrics, sheet music, and biographical and discographical information documenting DeCaro's long career. The scores, musical sketches, lead sheets, and instrumental arrangements relate to DeCaro's work with Yasuko Agawa, Tori Amos, Paul Anka, Shirley Bassey, Glenn Frey, Gordon Lightfoot, Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand, and Livingston Taylor, among others. Also included in the collection are award certificates, report cards, musical sketches, photographs, and ear training and theory books from DeCaro's childhood and musical training. Many of the materials in the collection also relate to Frank and Denise DeCaro and Tommy LiPuma. There are descriptive notes throughout the collection, provided by Denise DeCaro. The collection materials are organized by size and alphabetically by file title.
- Biography / Administrative HistoryNick DeCaro (June 23, 1938 - March 4, 1992) was an American arranger, producer, conductor, composer, and musician, originally from Cleveland, Ohio. DeCaro's career in music began with his brother Frank as a teen, touring with the USO, performing at local talent shows, and hosting a radio show on Cleveland station WJW. In the late 1950s, the duo expanded to include Bill Krempasky on bass and future record producer Tommy LiPuma on saxophone to form the Mello D's. It was through LiPuma that the DeCaros eventually became involved with Liberty Records in Los Angeles, and Nick DeCaro began his successful career as a producer, conductor, arranger, and musician. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, DeCaro produced and arranged tracks for artists at Liberty Records, A&M, and Warner/Reprise, including Andy Williams, Randy Newman, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Diamond, George Benson, Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand, and Rickie Lee Jones. Over the years, DeCaro also recorded on tracks for Prince, Arlo Guthrie, the Rolling Stones, Randy Newman, Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash, Carly Simon, Dolly Parton, Glen Frey, and many more, playing the accordion or concertina.
- NotesAcquisition Note: The Collection on Nick DeCaro was received by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc., as a gift from Frank and Denise DeCaro on June 8, 2016.
Citation: [Identification of Item], Collection on Nick DeCaro, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Processing Information: Processed by Jennie Thomas, Director of Archives. Completed February 8, 2017. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual.
Separated Materials: LPs have been transferred to the library collection. Please search for the "Collection on Nick DeCaro" in the library catalog for a list of donated titles. If you are unable to find what you are looking for, consult the Library and Archives staff to ensure these materials are available.
Language Note: Collection is primarily in English; materials in Japanese are indicated at the file level. - AccessCollection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibilities and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.
- UseThe copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.
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