Chester, Annie Blanche, 1879-1961. SMHC Manuscript Collection 231. 1 oversized folder.

Abstract:

The Annie Blanche Chester collection consists of Chester's "Minnesota Waltz," which she had copy righted in 1907, and her obituary.

Biographical Note:

Annie Blanche Chester was born May 9, 1879 in Canon City Township in Rice County, Minnesota. In the fall of 1897, she moved with her family to Dundas Minnesota, where she spent the rest of her life. Chester was a musician and attended Lathum Studios of Faribault, Carleton College, and Northwestern Conservatory of Music in Minneapolis. Chester composed instrumental music and had her own orchestra which played at social events. Chester passes away on November 30, 1961 in Northfield, Minnesota.

This information was obtained from the collection.

Scope and Content:

The Annie Blanche Chester collection consists of Chester's "Minnesota Waltz," which she had copy righted in 1907, and her obituary.

Restrictions:

There are no restrictions on use of this collection for research purposes. The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property and libel laws as they apply.

Collection Citation:

Chester, Annie Blanche. Music Score, 1907. SMHC Manuscript Collection 231, Southern Minnesota Historical Center, Memorial Library, Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Processed By:

Heather Harren processed this collection in November 2011.

Related Collections:

The Kiyo Suyematsu Music Library has many other music compositions.

LCSH Subject Headings:

Chester, Annie Blanche
Instrumental Music
Waltzes, Piano