ABSTRACT
Emerson Meyers (1910–1990) eminent Washingtonian, was active in his native city for over sixty years as a composer, conductor, pianist, and teacher. His papers, bequeathed to the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. 1 document the breadth of his activities in academic circles and in the cultural life of the community. The intent of this essay is to review the professional life of Emerson Meyers and his environment as disclosed by his papers. It is not intended as a comprehensive biography of Meyers nor as a study of his music. The papers, approximately fourteen cubic feet of material, include biographical information, correspondence, course outlines, lectures, programs and reviews, family and professional photographs, a personal snapshot collection, scrapbooks, and memorabilia. 2 The bulk of the collection, approximately 90 percent, relates to activities after World War II.
