Schuman Collection of Musical Instruments

Conn tenor saxophone in C (known in the United States as a "C-melody" saxophone). 1921. Donor: Richard Straub of Ashland, OR. For a detailed account of the rising and falling popularity of the C-melody saxophone, see the Summer 2008 Friends of the Schuman Collection Newsletter.

New Acquisitions

If you are interested in donating an instrument or rare music book to this fine collection, please email us at SOUFoundation@sou.edu or call 541.552.6127. It is generous gifts, such as these noted below, that make this collection so very special.

Hardinger Fiddle. Donor: Dr. Michael Wertheimer of Boulder, CO

Harmonic Flutes. Donor: Dr. Michael Wertheimer of Boulder, CO

Musical Instruments Part One: The Irish and Highland Harps and Musical Instruments. Signed by author. Donor: W. J. Neill

Musical Instruments Part Two: English and Irish Instruments. Signed by author. Donor: W. J. Neill

Rosewood Bound Melodian. 1869. Donor: Eleanor Gale.