Library of Congress Acquires “Wizard of Oz” Musical Sketches To Add to the Harold Arlen Collection

Collection Includes Handwritten Music and Lyric Sketches Showing Creative Process Behind Iconic Film, Along with Letters and Artwork The Library of Congress has acquired rare music and lyric sketches from composer Harold Arlen and lyricist E.Y. "Yip" Harburg, best known for their collaboration on the score of the iconic film "The Wizard of Oz" in 1939. The film opened in theaters 86 years ago on Aug. 25, 1939, and was inducted into the Library of Congress National Film Registry in 1989. The new acquisition includes 35 manuscript items from Arlen and Harburg's creative work, including the first handwritten drafts of music and lyrics from some of the most beloved songs from "The Wizard of Oz." The collection also includes draft song lists and correspondence from the director of the film, Mervyn Leroy. Click here for more information. You are subscribed to Latest News from the Library of Congress. Stay Connected with the Library LOC.gov  |  Accessibility  |  Legal  |  Inspector General  |  External Link Disclaimer USA.gov  |  Contact  |  Careers  |  Media  |  Shop  |  Donate Subscriber Preferences & Unsubscribe  |  Subscriber Help   This email was sent to stevenmagallanes520.nims@blogger.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Library of Congress · 101 Independence Ave, SE · Washington, DC 20540 · 202-707-5000