A large archive of original handwritten sheet music, over 200 pp. total, for songs from the stage shows of the beloved comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. Undated [ca. 1940–1954], and in various hands, some stamped by arrangers/copyists Harold G. Lindoft, Norman G. Burlingame, and Carlton Kelsey. The collection comprises fairly complete sets of orchestral parts for numbers including the "Fanfare and Opening" from one of their shows, "Jitter Conga," "Merry Oldsmobile," "We Know All the Answers," and "Cupid is a Stinker," as well as a large number of unsorted orchestral parts for "Laugh at Troubles," "Lazy Moon," "Ferry Boat Serenade," "Chrysanthemum," "Policeman's Waltz," and other songs. Also included are 9 folders containing parts used by string players, labeled on the cover of each with the clipped text "Laurel and Hardy" and a clipped color image of the comedians, and containing string parts copied in various different hands for several short numbers: "Ginger You're Balmy," "Nuts in May," "I'm Cuckoo," "Jolly Good Fellow," "Cock Robin," and other music to be played "according to [stage] business." The parts are in good condition overall, some with toning and toned tape repairs, and with extensive markings from use, including annotations, added musical excerpts, taped-on additional pieces of music, etc. Each page ca. 9 x 12.5 inches. A remarkable archive. Read More...