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MS 8578

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Created: ©2003.

Collection Summary

Creator
June Epstein
Title
Papers of June Epstein
Date Range
1935-1999
Collection Number
MS 8578
Extent
3.41 metres (25 boxes + 1 folio box)
Language of Materials
English
Repository
National Library of Australia

Introduction

Scope and Content

The papers in this collection document much of the life and career of June Epstein.

A large proportion of the material comprises papers relating to her career as an author and includes research material, drafts and reviews for a number of both published and unpublished works. There are also papers relating to Epstein's work with the Australian Broadcasting Commission and her musical accomplishments, as well as newspaper cuttings, a small collection of personal papers and appointment diaries spanning several decades. There is very little in the collection relating to Epstein's work as a teacher and academic.

There is a small amount of general correspondence. It consists of correspondence relating to publication of Epstein's books, letters of appreciation from readers, correspondence relating to employment and congratulatory letters received on being awarded an Order of Australia Medal. Major correspondents include the Australian Broadcasting Commission, York Bowen, Benjamin Britten, A.E. [Alfred Ernest] Floyd, Henry Geehl (Professor of Music, Trinity College, London), Margaret Holmes, Hephzibah Menuhin, Dorothy Ross (Headmistress, Melbourne Church of England Girls Grammar School) and Camilla Wedgwood.

Access

The collection is available for research.

Copying and Publishing

Copying and publishing of unpublished manuscript material is subject to copyright restrictions. For such material, written permission to publish must be obtained from the copyright holder(s). Copying of unpublished material for research purposes is permissible 50 years after the death of the creator of the material.

Preferred Citation

Items from this collection should be cited as '[Title or description of manuscript item], Papers of June Epstein, National Library of Australia, MS 8578, [series and/or file number]'.

Provenance

The papers were acquired in instalments from June Epstein. Two larger instalments were received in 1994 and 1999 and three smaller ones in 1993, 1994 and 1996.

Arrangement

The National Library has imposed its own arrangement on the papers.

Biographical Note

June Sadie Epstein is an author, musician and former teacher and academic. Born in Perth on 29 June 1918, she married Julius Guest (original name Weingeist) in 1949, with whom she had three children.

Tragedy struck the Epsteins early in their marriage when their first son, John Carey, was left severely intellectually disabled as a result of contracting encephalitis at a very young age. Unable to care for him at home, they placed him in residential care at Kew Cottages in Melbourne. Tragedy struck again when their second son, Philip Ross, died at the age of six, severely physically disabled from a brain tumour. These tragedies were to have a profound effect on Epstein's life, leading her to a lifetimes involvement in championing the causes of people with disabilities.

Epstein has been a prolific writer. Her first published work, a collection of plays for children, was published in 1951 and she has gone on to publish more than fifty works in a variety of genres. They include short stories, children's books, plays, biographies, musical scores and her autobiography. Most of her biographical works recount the life stories of people with disabilities, and were written in an attempt to raise public awareness about the disabled.

In 1931, Epstein commenced studying the piano in Perth under Gertrude Carey. At seventeen, she became the first person in Australia to be awarded a three-year scholarship by the Trinity College of Music, London. She took up the scholarship in 1936 and went on to attain her Teachers Diploma. On completion of these studies, she was awarded a London University Scholarship to study for a Bachelor of Music. This study was interrupted by World War II and Epstein returned to Australia in 1940. On her return, she undertook a three-month national recital tour for the Australian Broadcasting Commission.

Epstein has maintained a long involvement with the Australian Broadcasting Commission (ABC), mostly working on children's educational programs. She has been variously a recitalist, accompanist, scriptwriter, broadcaster and composer. As well as her work with the ABC, she has composed several musicals for student productions and amateur musical societies.

Epstein began her teaching career in 1942, taking up the position of music teacher at Frensham School in Mittagong, NSW. From 1946 to 1949 she was Director of Music at Melbourne Church of England Girls' Grammar School. During this period, Epstein also began taking a weekly choral class at the Kindergarten Training College, Melbourne, following on from Dr Alfred Floyd. She remained with this institution, which later became the Melbourne College of Advanced Education, Institute of Early Childhood Development, until 1976, attaining the position of Senior Lecturer-in-charge of Music. Epstein was elected the first Honorary Life Member of the Graduates Association, in recognition of her services to the community in the field of pre-school music.

In 1986, Epstein was awarded the Order of Australia Medal for her service to the arts and the welfare of people with disabilities.

Item Descriptions

Series 1. General correspondence, 1935-96

This series comprises a small quantity of general correspondence accumulated by Epstein. There is correspondence with publishers Ure Smith relating to publication of her books, letters of appreciation from readers, personal references written by Epstein for others, correspondence relating to employment and letters of congratulation sent to Epstein when she was awarded an Order of Australia Medal. Correspondence in folders 1-2 is arranged alphabetically, while folders 3-5 are arranged chronologically. Correspondents include the Australian Broadcasting Commission, York Bowen, Benjamin Britten, A.E. [Alfred Ernest] Floyd, Henry Geehl (Professor of Music, Trinity College, London), Margaret Holmes, Hephzibah Menuhin, Dorothy Ross (Headmistress, Melbourne Church of England Girls Grammar School) and Camilla

Correspondence, 1935-67 (File 1-2)

Correspondence, 1946-96 (File 3-4)

Correspondence with Ure Smith, 1965-76 (File 5)

Congratulatory cards and letters received on being awarded OAM, 1986 (File 6-8)

Series 2. John Carey Guest, 1952-61

Epstein's second child, John Carey Guest (known as Carey), was born on 26 September 1952. Shortly after his birth he contracted encephalitis, which left him severely intellectually disabled. In 1957, after it became clear that the family could no longer provide the level of care required, Carey was placed in residential care at Kew Cottages in Melbourne.

Epstein's association with Kew Cottages led to a lifetime involvement in issues relating to the disabled. She and her husband were founders of the Kew Cottages Parents' Association, the first such organisation to be associated with a government institution, and Epstein was foundation President. The Association was responsible for many reforms in the field of mental health.

Epstein went on to write several books and numerous articles about the disabled, in an attempt to raise public awareness about disability. Her book, Image of the King: a parent's story of mentally handicapped children, details her personal experiences as the mother of a disabled child.

Included in this series are cards and letters from family and friends, including a sympathy letter and poem from Olive Pell, received when Carey was placed in care, and a case history notebook of Carey's progress, which was kept Epstein. There are also papers relating to the Kew Cottages Parents Association, which include a notebook recording proceedings of meetings, a copy of the constitution and newspaper cuttings.

See also series 8 for related material.

Congratulatory letters received on the birth of Carey, 1952 (File 1)

Sympathy letters received on the placement of Carey into Kew Cottages,1957. Case history notebook, 1955-57 (File 2)

Kew Cottages Parents' Association, 1957-61 (File 3)

Series 3. Philip Ross Guest, 1959-78

Epstein's third child, Philip Ross Guest, was born on 16 April 1959. He was a lively, intelligent child, who developed normally. When he was five, Philip was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. He died a year later, completely physically disabled, but retaining his mental faculties.

In memory of Philip, Epstein and her husband presented a lectern, decorated with his sculptural likeness, to the Melbourne Kindergarten Teachers' College. They also established the Philip Ross Guest Memorial Endowment Fund, which was funded by royalties from Epstein's book Mermaid on wheels. The fund was used to establish the Philip Ross Guest Music Room at the Noah's Ark Toy Library for Handicapped Children in Melbourne.

Contained in this series are cards and letters from family and friends on Philip's birth and death and papers relating to his funeral service. There are also notes and photographs from the service for the presentation of the lectern and papers relating to the Memorial Endowment Fund, which include correspondence, financial statements, royalty statements and bank books.

See also series 7 for related papers.

Letters and memorabilia relating to the birth of Philip, 1959 (File 1)

Sympathy letters on the death of Philip, 1965 (File 2-4)

Papers relating to Philip's funeral service. (File 5)

Typescript notes and photographs of the service for the presentation of the lectern, 1965

Papers relating to the Memorial Endowment Fund, 1968-79 (File 6-7)

Series 4. Family papers, 1949-88

This series contains a small collection of papers relating to Epstein and her family.

Exercise book of notes relating to Epstein's wedding, 1949. Baby book for Katherine Ann and Carey Guest, 1950-52 (File 1)

Congratulatory cards received for 25th wedding anniversary,1974. Newspaper cutting and music program for 50th wedding anniversary, 1999 (File 2)

Two scrapbooks of Epstein's 70th birthday celebrations, 1988. Certificates for proficiency in tap-dancing, attained by Epstein, 1980 (File 3)

Series 5. Diaries, 1937-97

The diaries contained in this series comprise pocket diaries for the period 1947-97, incomplete for the earlier years, in which Epstein mostly recorded appointments. There are four other diaries which contain more detailed entries. Two early diaries record a trip to Scotland (c1937) and an ABC concert tour (1940) and there is an exercise book of notes from a holiday to Europe and the United States (1979). Also included is a fragment of a diary commenced in 1953 by Epstein for her children Katherine Ann and Carey. Meant as recollection for them of her thoughts and their childhood years, the diary was discontinued when Carey's illness became evident.

Scotland, c1937. ABC concert tour, 1940 (File 1)

Diary for Katherine Ann and Carey, 1953-56, 1978. Overseas trip, 1979 (File 2)

Pocket diaries, 1947-49, 1956, 1958-59 (File 3)

Pocket diaries, 1960-65, 1968-69 (File 4)

Pocket diaries, 1970-79 (File 5)

Pocket diaries, 1980-89 (File 6)

Pocket diaries, 1990-97 (File 7)

Series 6. Australian Broadcasting Commission

Epstein has had a long association with the Australian Broadcasting Commission (ABC), dating from 1940 when she undertook a three-month recital tour for them as a concert pianist. She subsequently became involved in ABC radio music education and worked for the organisation for a number of years in a variety of capacities. These included recitalist, accompanist, pianist for the program 'Kindergarten of the Air', broadcaster in charge of school programs such as 'A time for music', 'Let's join in' and 'Singing and listening' and scriptwriter for various non-musical programs. She was also Director of Music for Kindergarten Playtime, the first educational program to be screened on Victorian television.

Included in this series are Epstein's musical arrangements, notes and scripts for various ABC radio broadcasts, including some of her original musical compositions. There is also a large collection of ABC school broadcast booklets and guide books for teachers and newspaper cuttings relating to Epstein's 'Singing and listening' series of records, which were based on the ABC programs of the same name.

Musical arrangements for ABC radio broadcasts, 1940s-1960s (File 1-3)

Musical arrangements, notes and scripts for 'Singing and listening', 1968-71 (File 4-7)

ABC Victoria school broadcast booklets, 1946-49, 1954, 1956-59 and 1960-64 (File 8-10)

Booklet for ABC NSW broadcasts to schools, 1965. Booklets for ABC school broadcasts of music, 1966-69, 1971-72 (File 11)

ABC Teachers' Handbooks, 1956-59, 1960-64, 1966-67, 1971-75 (File 12-13)

ABC children's song books, 1967-75 (File 14-15)

Typescripts of a series of 'Billy Brown' short stories, written by Epstein for the program 'Kindergarten of the Air' (File 16)

Newspaper cuttings, 1970-73 (File 17)

Series 7. Mermaid on wheels, 1967-68

Epstein's first book, Mermaid on wheels, was a biography of paraplegic architect and sportswoman Margaret Lester. It was published by Ure Smith in 1967, with a foreword by D.J.E. Cheshire. The book was serialised in Woman magazine in 1968. Royalties from this book were used to fund the Philip Ross Guest Memorial Endowment Fund

This small series includes congratulatory letters on the publication, reviews of the book and copies of Woman magazine.

See also Series 3 for related material.

Congratulatory letters, 1967-68 (File 1)

Review copy lists

Reviews, 1967 (File 2)

Copies of Woman magazine, 1968 (File 3)

Series 8. Image of the King: a parent's story of mentally handicapped children, 1970

In Epstein's second book, Image of the King: a parent's story of mentally handicapped children, she recounts her personal experiences as the mother of a disabled child. Containing a foreword by Rosemary and Gunnar Dybwad, the book was published by Darwen Finlayson, Henley-on-Thames in 1970.

This series comprises a small collection of papers relating to the book, including congratulatory letters on the publication and reviews of the book. Correspondents include Alexandra Hasluck (wife of the then Govenor-General), Margaret Holmes and Winifred West. There is also a letter and typescript of a poem from Betty [Hodges] Linton.

See also Series 2 for related papers.

Congratulatory letters, 1970 (File 1)

Launch list

Reviews, 1970 (File 2-3)

Series 9. A paltry affair

In 1970, Epstein wrote and produced a musical melodrama entitled 'Captain Chook' for a performance by students at the Melbourne Kindergarten Teachers' College. In 1978 it was produced by Dorothy Rickards, with the new title of 'A paltry affair', for a performance by the Ravens Players of Glen Iris.

In 1982, Epstein signed an agreement with Yackandandah Playscripts for publication of the work, but this did not proceed.

This series contains a small group of papers relating to the musical.

Correspondence with Yackandandah Playscripts, 1982 (File 1)

Program for Melbourne Kindergarten Teachers' College performance, 1970

Scripts (File 2)

Musical scores (File 3-4)

Series 10. 'Big Dipper' series, 1982

Oxford University Press, Melbourne, published a series of children's books aimed at the under-8 age group, which were edited by Epstein, June Factor, Gwenda McKay and Dorothy Rickards and illustrated by Alison Lester. The series comprises Big dipper: stories, poems, songs and activities for young children (1980), Big dipper rides again (1982), Big dipper returns (1985) and Big dipper songs (1985), which was a compilation of music by Epstein, taken from the three books in the series.

Included in this series are notes and musical scores for material used in Big dipper rides again, 1982.

2 folders

Series 11. Scarecrow and company, 1983

Scarecrow and company is a children's book written by Epstein and published by Rigby, Adelaide in 1984. It was released in paperback by Collins, Sydney in 1989.

This series contains correspondence with Rigby (1983) and edited typescript (83pp).

2 folders

Series 12. Woman with two hats: an autobiography

Epstein's autobiography, Woman with two hats, was published by Hyland House, Melbourne in 1988.

The bulk of this series comprises research material and notes made by Epstein during the course of writing the book. This material has been placed in files by Epstein and is listed by file name. There is also a small amount of correspondence, mostly relating to requests for information by Epstein, an edited typescript of the book and proofs of the index to the book.

Eugenie Egan, Jascha Spivakovsky (File 1)

Family (June's) (File 2)

Discussions about my early life

Perth College (File 3)

Frensham (File 4)

Miscellaneous

Psychic experiences (File 5)

Photographs

Correspondence, 1982-90 (File 6)

Copy of The Chronicle, magazine of St Hilda's Church of England School for Girls, 1985

7 Permissions (File 7)

Acknowledgments (File 8)

Edited typescript (253pp) and proofs of the index (File 9-10)

Series 13. The story of the bionic ear, 1985-90

Epstein was approached by Dr Graeme Clark from the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Melbourne about the possibility of her undertaking the writing of a book about cochlear implants. Epstein accepted the project, with the aim of promoting public awareness about the procedure. The resulting book, The story of the bionic ear, was published by Hyland House, Melbourne in 1989.

This series mostly consists of material accumulated by Epstein during the course of her research for the book. There are typescripts of case studies from interviews she conducted with a number of people who have undergone cochlear implants and correspondence relating to requests for information about the procedure. During the course of her research she also amassed a large collection of brochures, pamphlets, newspaper cuttings, notes and photocopies of books, journal articles and reports and these are included. There is also an edited final draft and an edited proof copy of the book.

Note: Graeme Clark's Papers are located at MS 8696

Correspondence, 1985-86 (File 1)

Correspondence, 1987 (File 2)

Correspondence, 1988 (File 3-4)

Correspondence, 1989-90 (File 5-6)

Typescripts of interviews, 1986-87 (File 7-11)

Photocopies of books, articles, brochures and reports (File 12-15)

Brochures and pamphlets (File 16_17)

Handwritten and typed research notes (File 18-19)

Copies of H.E.A.R. Information (1986-87) (File 20)

Newsletter of the Victorian Deaf Society and Cicada (1987-90), newsletter of the Cochlear Implant Club and Advisory Association

Newspaper cuttings, 1983-88 (File 21-22)

Edited typescript (File 23)

Edited final draft, 1989 (File 24-25)

Edited proofs (File 26-27)

Series 14. Rosalie McCutcheon: a memoir,1979, 1992-93

Epstein met the teacher Rosalie McCutcheon in 1941 when she started work at Frensham School, Mittagong. When McCutcheon died in 1992, at the urging of a number of McCutcheon's friends, Epstein agreed to undertake the writing of her memoir.

After determining the costs involved in publication and distribution of the book, it was decided to raise funds for the project by seeking donations. A committee was established to deal with administration and to set up a trust account. Those supporting the project included Professor Charles Birch, Rev. Frank Engel and Rev. John Garrett.

Epstein's book, Rosalie McCutcheon: a memoir, was published by Henley Beach, South Australia in 1993.

Included in this series is correspondence (mainly research for the book), research papers, edited typescripts and proofs of the book and papers relating to financial arrangements for the project, including a list of donations received. There are also family slides, photographs and papers relating to McCutcheon, which include birth, death and marriage certificates and a family tree.

Note: Rosalie McCutcheon's papers are at MS 9380

Correspondence, 1992-93 (File 1-2)

Financial papers relating to the project, 1992-93 (File 3)

McCutcheon family papers (File 4)

Research material (File 5)

McCutcheon family photographs (File 6)

Various (File 7)

Cassette tapes

McCutcheon's talk to Old Korowa students, 1979

McCutcheon's speech at a 10th Anniversary dinner held at International House Sydney (occasion not noted)

Computer disks: 3 disks containing drafts of the book

Edited typescripts and proofs (File 8)

Series 15. Published articles

This series contains a small collection of typescripts of articles by Epstein, together with copies of magazines in which some of them appeared, including People (1954), Stand-easy (1954) and Woman's World (1951).

3 folders

Series 16. Other published works

During the course of her career, Epstein has written prolifically, publishing over fifty works in several genres. Included in this series are small collections of papers relating to a number of these published works, which include short stories, children's books, musical scores, plays, teaching guides and biographies. The works are listed chronologically.

Various (File 1)

The nine muses: five plays for ages 11 to 13, 1951 Typescript (3pp)

Music time again, 1972: 3rd volume in a series of musical albums for pre-school children, comprising songs, activities and stories Reviews, 1972

Enjoying music with young children, 1973: a guide aimed at helping the non-specialist responsible for the musical training of young children Reviews, 1973

Away with me - journey number three, edited by Epstein, 1973: a collection of poems, stories, songs and activities for kindergarten students Review and promotional pamphlet

Various (File 2)

Boy on sticks: children's story about spina bifida, published by the Spina Bifida Association in 1980, with royalties going to the Association

Reviews

No music by request: a portrait of the Gorman family, 1980 (File 2-3)

The story of Eugene and Marthe Gorman, whose son Pierre was born profoundly deaf.

Extracts from Marthe Gorman's autograph book, reviews and photographs

A golden string, 1981 (File 4)

Biography of educationalist Dorothy Ross

Review, 1981 Photocopy of the cover illustration by Diane Mogensen

Various (File 5)

Just a minute, edited by Epstein, 1982: autobiography of multiple sclerosis sufferer Joy Lacey Reviews, 1982-83

When Tracy came for Christmas, 1982: children's story, illustrated by Geoff Todd Edited typescript and promotional poster

'An unlikely tale': children's story published in The all-Australian ho ho book, 1983 Edited typescript, 1983 Review, 1983

The Emperor's tally, 1984: children's historical story, illustrated by Rosemary Upton (File 6)

Edited typescript

The icecream kids, 1984: children's book (File 7)

Reviews, notes and photocopied typescript

Various (File 8)

Concert pitch, 1984: a history of the National Music Camp Association and the Australian Youth Orchestra, which was launched by Bob Hawke. Reviews

Augustus has nine lives, 1984: one of a series of children's books about Augustus the cat. Edited typescript

Various (File 9)

'Alexander': children's story included in The Macquarie bedtime story book, compiled by Rosalind Price and Walter McVitty, illustrated by Ron Brooks and published in 1987 Edited typescript

The marathon cap, 1986: children's story, illustrated by Robert Elliot Edited typescript, 1985

'The substitute': children's short story published in First loves, compiled by John Malone and published in 1989 Edited typescript, 1988

The hold-up, 1992: children's book, illustrated by Joanne Tupaea Edited typescript

Giving voice: the story of the Shepherd Centre, 1995 (File 10)

The story of the Shepherd Centre for deaf children, which was established by Dr Bruce Shepherd and his wife, parents of two deaf children

Research notes. Spiral bound photocopy of typescript (81pp)

Blow your own trumpet, 1997 (File 11)

Children's book, illustrated by June Joubert, which is part of a five volume set of readers for primary school students. Edited typescript and proofs

Series 17. Unpublished works

This series comprises mostly typescripts of unpublished works by Epstein and includes short stories, stage plays, radio and television plays and a novel.

The works have been listed in chronological order where the date is known, and alphabetically by title where the date is unknown.

Various (File 1)

The silver swan: play performed by students at the Melbourne Church of England Girls Grammar School, c1948 Edited typescript (6pp)

The call: play, c1950 Edited typescript (9pp)

The tilers: play, c1950 Edited typescript (31pp)

It's a dog's life: short story, 1950s Edited typescript (6pp)

Various (File 2)

A dog's life: radio play, c 1950 Edited typescript (14pp)

Mr Nightingale: play written for students at St Catherine's School, Toorak, 1961: Edited script (8pp) Edited typescript of the play as an operetta (20pp) Review

Christmas all over the world: play, 1958 Edited typescript (5pp)

Doctors and nurses: television script for educational program, 1963 Typescript (5pp)

Charlie's little charge: television script for a proposed series entitled 'Barley Charlie', 1964 Edited typescript (14pp)

Various (File 3-4)

The visitors: play performed by students at Geelong Grammar Preparatory School, Glamorgan, 1965 Edited typescript (14pp)

The perils of Petunia! or The cultures' curse!: melodrama written for students at the Methodist Ladies' College, Kew, 1968 Edited typescript (17pp)

David the giant killer: play for puppets, 1977 Review

Catherine of Alexandria: play written for students at St Catherine's School, Toorak: Edited typescript (43pp) Program and review

Undated works (File 5)

Anyone could do what I have done: a radio play of the story of John Sebastian Bach Edited typescript (12pp)

Boy in Vietnam: short story Edited typescript (7pp)

The day after--?: short story Edited typescript (4pp)

Don't do anything foolish/Migrant mum: short story Edited typescript (13pp)

The fat of the land: radio play Edited typescript (13pp)

Undated Works (File 6)

Hullabolero: play Typescript and scene descriptions

National dress: television play Edited typescript (18pp)

Santa Filomena: radio play Edited typescript (36pp)

Undated Works (File 7)

The shoplifter: short story. Eited typescript (9pp)

The silver trail: radio play. Edited typescript (17pp)

A spring story: children's play. Typescript (6p)

Thumbelina: musical. Typescript (7pp).

The twin koalas' Christmas: children's story. Typescript (4pp).

Undated Works (File 8)

To kill a school: novel. Edited final draft (204pp), which includes editorial comments by Dorothy Ross

Series 18. Lectures

This small series contains notes and material relating to lectures given by Epstein.

Music and Movement in-service lectures, 1968 (File 1)

Material for lectures to children on how to write a book (File 2)

Series 19. Music

Epstein trained as a pianist from an early age. In 1936, she was the first Australian to be awarded a three-year scholarship to study at Trinity College of Music, London. On completion of these studies, she was awarded a London University Scholarship to study for a Bachelor of Music. This study was interrupted by World War II and Epstein returned to Australia in 1940. On her return, she undertook a three-month national recital tour for the Australian Broadcasting Commission.

Epstein has remained involved with music throughout her life, both in her career and in her personal life. This series comprises musical scores, some original, for compositions by Epstein. They include music for children's songs, anthems and the score for the musical 'Almost Jack and the beanstalk', written by Dorothy Rickards, with music arranged and composed by Epstein.

'Almost Jack and the beanstalk': musical, 1991 (File 1-2)

Various (File 3)

'Vero nihil verius' (Nothing is truer than truth): anthem for Mentone Girls' Grammar School, 1994; 'Cadenza': concerto for two pianos, 1994; 'Remember now thy creator': sketch for three-part anthem, nd. Sketched music for TV 'No smoking', nd. Children's songs: 'Song of the Aboriginal boy'; 'Newcomer'; 'A very great man'; 'The competition'; 'On the box'; 'Noah's ark'.

Various (File 4)

'The polyglot song': song included in a puppet making theatre kit produced by The Creative School Holiday Club, Melbourne, nd

'All join in': theme song for the ABC children's radio program of the same name, nd

Series 20. Programs, 1936-96

This series comprises programs for recitals, concerts and competitions with which Epstein was involved.

Programs for piano recitals given by Epstein, 1936-50 (File 1-2)

Programs for annual musicals produced by Epstein at the Institute of Early Childhood Development, Melbourne, 1964-76 (File 3)

Miscellaneous programs, 1947-96 (File 4-5)

Series 21. Certificates, 1929-39

A collection of certificates of achievement attained by Epstein, mostly relating to her early musical studies. Included are the following certificates: Australian Music Examinations Board (pianoforte), 1929-34; The Associated Board of the Royal Academy of Music and the Royal College of Music, 1929-34; Junior, leaving and matriculation certificates, University of Western Australia, 1934-35; Pupil's certificate and teacher's diploma, Trinity College of Music, London, 1937-39; Edmonton Musical Festival, 1938; London Musical Competition, 1939; Diploma (pianoforte), Royal Academy of Music, 1939.

1 folio box

1 elephant folio

Series 22. Newspaper cuttings, 1936-99

A series of newspaper cuttings, compiled by Epstein, which relate to her life and career.

Loose cuttings, 1936-99 (File 1-2)

Scrapbook, 1936-94 (File 3-4)

Series 23. Miscellaneous

This series contains miscellaneous papers accumulated by Epstein. Included are typed notes and scrapbook for the celebration of the Ravens Players, Glen Iris, 20th anniversary (1992) and a folder of papers relating to Epstein's lifelong friend, the music teacher Ruth Alexander.

2 files

Container List

Box Series Files
1 1 1-4,6-8
2 1 5
2 5 3-7
3 2 1-3
3 3 1-2
4 3 3-7
5 4 1-3
5 5 1-2
6 6 1-7
7 6 8-11
8 6 12-15
9 6 16-17
9 7 1-3
9 8 1-3
10 9 1-4
10 10 1-2
11 11 1-2
11 12 1-5
12 12 6-10
13 13 1-6
14 13 7-13
15 13 14-17
16 13 18-23
17 13 24-27
17 14 1-3
18 14 4-9
19 14 10
19 15 1-3
19 16 1-3
20 16 4-11
21 17 1-7
22 17 8
22 18 1-2
23 19 1-4
24 20 1-5
24 22 1-2
25 22 3-4
25 23 1-2
Folio Box 1 21
HW map drawer 21 21

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