The Hupert P. Henderson Collection
Abstract
Hubert P. Henderson directed the band program at the University of Maryland, College Park from 1955-1965. Under his leadership the program underwent a series of significant changes, including a closer association with the School of Music and the formation of the Symphonic Band. Henderson was elected to the American Bandmasters' Association (ABA) in 1961 and resigned from the association in 1968. During his membership, he was integral to the establishment of the ABA Journal, a scholarly peer-reviewed publication, and served as the first director of the ABA Research Center. He made arrangements for the 1965 ABA Conference, held in College Park. The collection contains material related to his ABA work - especially the establishment of the Journal - during his tenure at the University of Maryland.
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Historical Note
Hubert P. Henderson was the director of the University of Maryland's band program from 1955 to 1965; he was elected a member of the American Bandmasters' Association (ABA) in 1961 and left the organization in 1968. Before arriving at the University of Maryland, Henderson graduated at the University of North Carolina in 1941, served two tours of duty in the Army Air Force, holding the position of Warrant Officer Bandleader during two years of his service. In 1954 Henderson was appointed instruction and Director of Bands at Montana State University.
Henderson became the director of bands at the University of Maryland in 1955. The position he assumed was newly created; for the previous five years Air Force Captain Robert Landers directed the University's College Park band during his off-duty hours. Before Henderson became director, the band had been administered by the Military Department. Starting in the fall of 1955, however, the band became part of the Music Department.
These administrative changes had significant ramifications for the identity of the band and Henderson, with the help of student leaders and music faculty led this difficult transition. He formed a symphonic band and required the performance of contemporary band compositions in the band's concert series. He encouraged local high school bands and band competitions at both the high school and collegiate levels.
Starting in the 1960s, Henderson became increasingly involved in the ABA. In 1964, he was appointed the first editor of the ABA Journal. That year he also participated in the creation of the ABA Research Center at the University of Maryland, of which this collection is a part. The 1965 ABA Conference was held in College Park and Henderson made arrangements for conference venues and performances. His affiliation with both the University of Maryland and the ABA ended in 1968 when he began an administrative position at the University of Kentucky.
Scope and Contents of the Collection
The Hubert P. Henderson Collection spans from 1932 - 1966, with the bulk of the materials from 1964 - 1966. The collection documents Henderson's participation in the American Bandmaster's Association (ABA) during the mid-1960s, particularly his work with the ABA Journal, the ABA Research Center, and ABA conferences.
Custodial History and Acquisition Information
Submitted to the ABA Research Center by Dr. Henderson in July 2006 (07-100-ABA).
Processing Information
Processed by Christina Taylor Gibson, July 2008.
EAD markup created using EAD database in Microsoft Access. Markup completed by Mary Crauderueff, September 2008.
Arrangement of Collection
This collection is organized as one series.
Detailed Description of the Collection
Series 1: ABA, null (2.50 linear feet)
This collection has one series which documents Henderson's participation in the American Bandmasters' Association (ABA) during the mid-1960s, particularly his work with the ABA Journal, the ABA Research Center, and ABA conferences. There are six subseries: ABA 1964, ABA 1964-1965, ABA 1965, ABA Convention 1965, ABA 1966, ABA Projects. A concerted effort has been made to maintain Henderson's original organizational structure. For that reason there may be some repetition of material across boxes.
Subseries 1.1: ABA 1964, 1963-1965 (0.50 linear feet)
This subseries contains correspondence, form letters, proofs for the second issue of the ABA Journal, and various materials relating to Henderson's work with the ABA. Original order has been maintained.
| Description | Series | Box / Reel | Folder / Frame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABA Journal vol. 1, no. 2, Correspondence, 1964-1965 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 1 | |
| ABA Journal vol. 1, no. 2, Proofs, Winter, 1965 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 2 | |
| ABA Band Program, ABA Convention, 4 March, 1965 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 3 | |
| ABA Convention, 1964 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 4 | |
| ABA Research Center Report, 1964 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 5 | |
| ABA Research Center Materials, 1963-1964 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 6 | |
| ABA Loose Documents, 1964-1965 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 7 | |
| ABA Correspondence, 1965 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 8 | |
| ABA Form Letters, 1964-1965 | series 1.1 | box 1 | folder 9 | |
Subseries 1.2: ABA Journal v. I, no. 1, 1964-1965 (0.50 linear feet)
This subseries contains correspondence, submissions for the first issue of the journal, examples and articles from the first issue of the journal, and other loose documentation. Original order has been maintained.
| Description | Series | Box / Reel | Folder / Frame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABA Correspondence, 1965 | series 1.2 | box 2 | folder 1 | |
| Documents pertaining to ABA Journal vol. 1, no. 1, 1965 | series 1.2 | box 2 | folder 2 | |
| Loose Documents pertaining to ABA Journal vol. 1, no. 1, 1964 | series 1.2 | box 2 | folder 3 | |
| Documents pertaining to ABA Journal vol. 1, no. 1, 1964 | series 1.2 | box 2 | folder 4 | |
Subseries 1.3: ABA 1965, 1964-1965 (0.25 linear feet)
This subseries consists of correspondence and related paperwork. Much of the material relates to the establishment of the ABA Research Center at the University of Maryland, College Park. Original order has been maintained.
| Description | Series | Box / Reel | Folder / Frame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loose Documents pertaining to ABA, 1965-1966 | series 1.3 | box 3 | folder 1 | |
| Herb Fred, 1964-1965 | series 1.3 | box 3 | folder 2 | |
| ABA Research Center Correspondence, 1964-1965 | series 1.3 | box 3 | folder 3 | |
| Paul Yoder, 1963-1965 | series 1.3 | box 3 | folder 4 | |
| Walter Volkwein, 1964-1965 | series 1.3 | box 3 | folder 5 | |
| Lynn Sams, 1965 | series 1.3 | box 3 | folder 6 | |
Subseries 1.4: ABA Convention 1965, 1964-1965 (0.50 linear feet)
This subseries contains correspondence, programs, photographs, and other material relating to the 1965 ABA Convention held in College Park. Original order has been maintained.
| Description | Series | Box / Reel | Folder / Frame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various loose documents, 1964-1965 | series 1.4 | box 4 | folder 1 | |
| ABA Luncheon, 1964-1965 | series 1.4 | box 4 | folder 2 | |
| ABA Convention, Civil War Music, 1964-1965 | series 1.4 | box 4 | folder 3 | |
| ABA Convention, Conductors, 1965 | series 1.4 | box 4 | folder 4 | |
| ABA Convention, 1965 | series 1.4 | box 4 | folder 5 | |
| Invitations and Acceptances to Concert, 4 March, 1965 | series 1.4 | box 4 | folder 6 | |
Subseries 1.5: ABA 1966, 1963-1966 (0.25 linear feet)
This subseries contains correspondence, papers related to the third issue of the ABA Journal, a certificate from a plaque in Henderson's honor at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and clippings. Original order has been maintained.
| Description | Series | Box / Reel | Folder / Frame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABA, 1966 | series 1.5 | box 5 | folder 1 | |
| Correspondence, ABA Journal vol. 1, no. 3, 1965-1966 | series 1.5 | box 5 | folder 2 | |
| Plaque Certificate, undated | series 1.5 | box 5 | folder 3 | |
| Clippings, 1963-1966 | series 1.5 | box 5 | folder 4 | |
Subseries 1.6: ABA Projects, 1932-1965 (0.50 linear feet)
This subseries contains material related to the ABA Research Center including the Gilmore Collection. It also contains clippings and photographs. Original order has been maintained.
| Description | Series | Box / Reel | Folder / Frame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABA Research Project, 1932-1963 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 1 | |
| Gilmore Collection, 1965 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 2 | |
| ABA miscellaneous, 1963 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 3 | |
| Goldman Project, 1964 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 4 | |
| General Correspondence, ABA Research Center, 1964-1965 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 5 | |
| ABA miscellaneous, 1964-1965 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 6 | |
| ABA Research Center, Projects, 1964-1965 | series 1.6 | box 6 | folder 7 | |
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Subjects
- American Bandmasters Association.
- Band directors -- United States.
- Composers -- United States.
- Henderson, Hubert, 1918- -- Archives.
- Henderson, Hubert, 1918- -- Correspondence.
- Music teachers -- United States.