Series 2: Digital Objects

Materials donated through the History Harvest Event. Materials are located in Digital Folder “UHC361_SoundsEC”. The Identifier “HH#” correlates to the History Harvest ID# assigned to the donors when they filled out consent forms. Materials in this collection are in .tif, .pdf, .wmv file formats.

Subfolder: “3.3.18” - Images and videos associated with the History Harvest that took place on March 3, 2018, at the Chippewa Valley Museum. Images include donators interacting with artifacts, poster making, candid shots, and presentations (Extent: 119 files (111 images, 8 videos))
Subfolder: “HH1” Julie Hatfield - Images, documents, etc. associated with Julie’s time in the Blugold Marching Band, ca. 2000-2008. Includes documentation for several local, national, and international events such as local football games and “Rock the Pope.” This folder includes several subfolders based off different scrapbooks and events donated by the contributor, including items from the Menomonie High School Marching Band. (Extent: 721 files (717 images, 2 documents, 2 videos))
Subfolder: "HH2" Olaf Lind - Photos and CDs for the “Eggplant Heroes” and “Cool Hand Saints”, as well as images of classical violins and homemade instruments, ca. late 1800’s, 1997, 2012, 2015 (Extent: 18 files (17 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH3” Merlyn Aude - Images associated with Chippewa Valley Bands such as “Punk”, “Stormy Monday”, and “The Backsides” ca. 1966-1978, 2018. (Extent: 109 files (104 images, 5 documents))
Subfolder: “HH4” Ken Fulgoine - Images of brochures associated with “Tuesday Blues on the River” from the Chippewa Valley Blues Society ca. 2009, 2016. (Extent: 9 files (6 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH6” Jonathan Case - Images of the Eau Claire Male Chorus which the contributor was a member, ca. 2011, 2017. (Extent: 8 files (7 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH7” Brent Kuechenmeister - Images of posters, album covers, and Chippewa Valley music groups. This folder also holds entire albums of music from Chippewa Valley groups such as Bon Iver, Mount Vernon, and others. (Extent: 241 files (240 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH8_9” Sharon Meyer and Joe Turner - Images of posters and records from the contributor’s bands and the bands of their relatives ca. 1970s-1980s. Also includes the oral history audio file. (Extent: 13 files (12 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH10” Lynette McFadyen - Images taken from scrapbooks, pamphlets, and posters featuring the Eau Claire Musical Arts Chorale. (Extent: 220 files (207 images, 13 documents))
Subfolder: “HH11” Gary Schmaltz - Posters, newspaper articles, and assorted images from The Whys Community Radio Benefit and Decadent Cabaret events, ca. 2009-2011. (Extent: 105 files (102 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH12” Kathy Johns - Images from scrapbooks created by Conrad Johns that focus on Dixieland jazz, Conrad’s time as a band director for multiple organizations, such as a Dixieland Jazz group, and various musicians Conrad collaborated with. 1972-1986, 2018 (Extent: 108 files (104 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: "HH15” Peter Hable - An image of a bass drum with a depiction of a Native American and an article written about Burton Hable, a trombone player who is a relative to the contributor. (Extent: 8 files (6 images, 2 documents))
Subfolder: “HH16” Peter and Carol Steinmetz - Pictures and articles on Theodore Steinmetz, Bandmaster of 105 Calvary Band (1919) and Harold Steinmetz (possible brother/uncle to contributor, 1978). (Extent: 6 files (5 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH18”- Mildred Larson - Images of an instructional booklet of how to play the recorder by Margaret Midelfort (Extent: 49 items (47 images, 2 documents))
Subfolder: “HH19” Sue Gunn - Images of the CD’s “Telluric Currents” and “Stoop Singers” by Greg Herrjges and the Stoop Singers respectively. (Extent: 7 files (4 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH20” Nate Dungeon - Images for flyers of various bands at “Nate’s Dungeon”, newspaper articles, and magazine articles on punk rock in Eau Claire. Contributor was owner of said establishment. (Extent: 75 files (72 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH21” Dan Callan - Album covers, interviews, and articles on the “Bear Creek Band”, which Callan played keyboard and provided vocals for. (Extent: 86 files (80 images, 6 documents))
Subfolder: “HH22” Jill Markgraf - Images of memorabilia from local artists, including a signed poster of Justin Vernon and Leader Telegram articles of local artists. (Extent: 12 files (10 images, 2 documents))
Subfolder: “HH23” Michael Matthews - Images of a violin from the 1800s, a booklet on dancing, and family photos of Ellis Harmon and Freeman Harmon. (Extent: 44 files (40 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: “HH24” Jim Schuh - Jim Schuh’s music history, images of bands he played in as a drummer, magazine articles featuring Eau Claire’s artists, and advertisements for Jim’s bands such as “Saddle Tramp”. (Extent: 22 files (19 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH26” Paul Kosower - Images of programs, instruments, and groups Paul Kosower played in as celloist and organist. Also includes information cards on various organs and music in the Chippewa Valley. (Extent: 87 files (82 images, 5 documents))
Subfolder: “HH27” Jim Reppe - Photos and a story of Frank Zappa taken in 1974 when he and other artists visited Eau Claire. Also includes an image of a party on the Chippewa River. (Extent: 4 files (3 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH28” Richard Hazelton - Photos of Richard Hazelton’s experiences with music as a trumpet player, including high school band pictures, the 604th Airforce Band and the 604th Barbershop Quartet. Image of a 604 hat with pins made by Richard himself is also in this HH. (Extent: 10 files (9 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH29” Nick Seeger - Images of gloves used by street musicians as well as CDs and posters for the “Seeger Boys”, who made bluegrass and gospel music c. 2010 (Extent: 18 files (12 images, 6 documents))
Subfolder: “HH30” Benard Duyfhuizen - Posters and CDs for groups including and by Duyfhuizen, with a larger focus on the Eggplant Heroes ca. 2008-2010, 2015. (Extent: 11 files (8 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH31” Robert Decker - An information booklet about a local band called “The Caretakers”, which Decker was a part of as a guitarist. HH also includes images of Decker’s personal guitar. (Extent: 39 files (36 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH33” Jeff Reitz - Photos, newsletters, and articles on the “Mandarin Club Band”, “Waterstreet Big Band”, and “The Foundation Band” ca. 1983-1994. (Extent: 29 files (25 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: “HH34” Kieran Gunn - Images of memorabilia, posters, CDs, vinyl’s, and promotional material for local bands “Grunge Machine” and “Stonegod” ca. 1990-1996. (Extent: 69 files (59 images, 10 documents))
Subfolder: “HH36” Mary Spryer - Scrapbook and poster of the “Johnny Mills Band” and the “Lyle Calvin Band”, both of which Spryer’s father belonged to, circa 1940s. (Extent: 13 files (10 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH37” Joe Thielen - Image of a t-shirt from the band “Yam Cannon”. (Extent: 4 files (2 images, 2 documents))
Subfolder: “HH38” Gary Rambo - An autobiography of Gary Rambo, a music director, and a program for a community concert chorale he directed ca. 2018. (Extent: 9 files (7 images, 2 documents))
Subfolder: “HH39” Lucas Fischer - Images of 2 custom made electric guitars by the contributor, one being Ash Wood and the other being Black Walnut. (Extent: 7 files (4 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH40” Linda Christ - Articles, photographs, and shirts for the “Valley Gospel Choir” and “Women’s Chorus”. (Extent: 24 files (19 images, 5 documents))
Subfolder: “HH41” Mary Mero - Pamphlets, programs, and photos of the “Valley Gospel Choir” and one photo of the “University Concert Choir” ca. 1967, 1994-2017 (Extent: 71 files (47 images, 24 documents))
Subfolder: “HH42” Kristin Ruckman - Newspaper articles, photographs, brochures, and a copy of the articles of incorporation for the “Valley Gospel Choir.” (Extent: 19 files (15 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: “HH43” Tiit Raid - Images of newspaper clippings, cassette tapes and posters for experimental jazz groups “RSSP” and “RSP” ca. 1986-1996, 2006. (Extent: 23 files (19 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: “HH44” Andy Munich - Images of history booklets, CD covers, and newspaper articles for the “River City Ramblers”. Also includes photos of the “Munich Family Dance Band” and a violin reconstructed by Andy Munich. (Extent: 13 files (12 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH45” Andrea Christopherson - Images of the “Drywood Creek” Band from Cadott, “The Nells Tiller Band”, “Saddle Tramp”, and the “Ernest Kick Band.” The contributor played the fiddle for all of these groups from the 1980s-1990s. (Extent: 23 files (20 images, 3 documents))
Subfolder: “HH46” Larry Barr - Multiple scrapbooks including compilations of images from parties at Shenanigans, multiple Shake Rattle N’ Roll events, multiple Country Jam concerts, and Fanny Hill events among others. Circa 1973-1993. (Extent: 782 files (744 images, 38 documents))
Subfolder: “HH47” Fred Belay - The vast majority of images are from scrapbooks and programs from “Big Sing” events across the Midwest and Canada. This folder includes several subfolders based off different scrapbooks and events donated by the contributor. Images date from 1950-2017. (Extent: 3808 files (3788 images, around 20 documents))
Subfolder: “HH48” George McLoud - Summary articles and photos of CDs for the group “CVASING.” (Extent: 12 files (8 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: “HH51” Rae Schilling - Brochures, promotional flyers, and news articles covering various events at the Eau Claire Music School. (Extent: 14 files (10 images, 4 documents))
Subfolder: “HH52” Cindy Schlosser - Scrapbook photos from Schlosser’s farm featuring the “Home Brew Band” and a t-shirt from the band “Saddle Tramp.” (Extent: 10 files (8 images, 2 documents))
Subfolder: “HH53” Charles Ivey - Image of a brass mouthpiece used by Charles Ivey, possibly from the early 20th century. (Extent: 5 files (4 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “HH54” Lin Strong - Membership lists, collections, memoirs, articles, and photographs all relating to the Suzuki Talent Association of Eau Claire and their clients. (Extent: 233 files (226 images, 7 documents))
Subfolder: “HH55” Ruth Hoff - Continuation of the files from Suzuki Talent from HH54, with an inclusion of meeting minutes, recital programs, and internal data for the organization. (Extent: 243 files (217 images, 26 documents))
Subfolder: “HH56” Dave Hoff - Further continuation of the Suzuki Talent. Includes photos of the Hoff family, Suzuki families, programs, letters, and CDs for the band “Social Sanctuary” to which Dave Hoff belonged. (Extent: 173 files (154 images, 19 documents))
Subfolder: “HH58” Rodney Hudson - Photos of Rodney Hudson posing for solo performances as a trombone player, as well as photos and programs for organizations such as the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild, Women’s Club Chorus, Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra, and the Chippewa Valley Orchestra. (Extent: 60 files (50 images, 10 documents))
Subfolder: “HH62” Dennis Ogurek - Images of posters and newsletters for performances at “Gnu Deli” with some groups such as “Stones Throw” and “Joynt Show.” (Extent: 96 files (95 images, 1 document))
Subfolder: “Oral History Interviews” - Digital copies of oral history interviews (Extent: 52 .wav files)
Subfolder: “Oral History Project Files” - Scans of some forms from Series 1: Oral History Interviews (Extent: 22 .pdf files)
Subfolder: “Oral History Transcripts” - Transcripts of some of the oral history interviews from Series 1 (Extent: 23 .pdf files)