ARC-1315
Level of description
collection
Title
Shailesh Saigal Collection of Bill Doggett Music Manuscripts
Date
undated
Size
0.42 (Linear feet)
Biography / Administrative History
William Doggett (February 16, 1916–November 13, 1996) was an American pianist and organist. He began his career playing swing music before transitioning into rhythm and blues. Doggett is best known for his instrumental compositions "Honky Tonk" and "Hippy Dippy". He worked with the Ink Spots, Johnny Otis, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Jordan.
Scope and Contents
The Shailesh Saigal Collection of Bill Doggett Music Manuscripts are undated. The collection contains 62 handwritten music score manuscripts performed by Bill Doggett and his band. The scores are arranged alphabetically by title.
Notes
Acquisition Note: The Shailesh Saigal Collection of Bill Doggett Music Manuscripts was received by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a gift from Saigal on July 17, 2024.
Citation: [Identification of Item], Shailesh Saigal Collection of Bill Doggett Music Manuscripts, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Language Note: Materials are in English.
Processing Information: Processed by Crystal Matjasic, Technical Services Archivist. Completed March 11, 2025. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual.
Access
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Use
The 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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