Ardean Watts papers

Collection

Identifier: ACCN 2950

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Materials in this collection consist of professional material, personal material, general materials, correspondence, calendars, journals, and production materials.

Dates

1928-2015

Creator

Watts, Ardean W. (Ardean Walton), 1928-2017 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical Note

Ardean Watts was a prominent figure in the Utah arts community. Watts served as a vocal coach, chorus master, assistant conductor and musical director. Watts experienced many professional opportunities, beginning with the Assistant Director for BYU A Capella Choir (1951-1952). Later, Watts served as the Associate Conductor for the Utah Symphony Orchestra (1956-1979) and the Official Pianist for the Utah Symphony Orchestra (1958-1979). Watts also served as the Musical Director of Ballet West, Pioneer Memorial Theatre, and the University of Utah Opera Company. Watts was the founder, executive and artistic director of the University of Utah Opera Company (1965-1978), as well as the Musical Director for University of Utah Theatre (1958-1966). Watts received numerous awards, including the University of Utah's Distinguished Teaching award (1992), the Madeleine Award for Distinguished Service to the Arts and Humanities (1996), and the Governor's Award in the Arts (1997).

Extent

11.75 Linear Feet (32 Boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Ardean Watts papers (1928-2015) contain his professional, personal, and general material. Watts was a prominent figure in the Utah arts community.

Arrangement

This collection was maintained in the majority of its original folders. The collection was arranged beginning with personal documents followed by his professional documents and then general documents. Documents are arranged according to material type. Documents within sections are generally organized chronologically, while his personal papers are organized according to the relevancy to his life.