Tag #Music Archive

What is the significance of the loss of Arnold Schönberg's archive in the fire, and what immediate consequences does it have for the music world?

In a devastating fire in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, a significant portion of Arnold Schönberg's archive, held by Belmont Music Publishers, was destroyed. The loss includes manuscripts, original and printed scores intended for sale and loan, representing a substantial blow to the preservation of his work. This archive served as a vital link between Schönberg's legacy and the music world.