George Heck and Sphinx Temple Band in Concert
PhotographerPhotographed by
Lincoln McGabe
(American)
Date1940-1960
MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/2 x 9 3/8in. (19.1 x 23.8cm)
Sheet (height x width): 8 x 10in. (20.3 x 25.4cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
Object number2001.24.3
DescriptionMen in band uniforms are seated in metal folding chairs on a stage in an auditorium. Most men play musical instruments, including a saxophone, a trombone, a trumpet and a tuba. Sheet music is supported on metal music stands. George Heck stands on wooden platform conducting. He wears a suit and fez. A woman in a strapless evening gown stands near a microphone. Electric light outlets and grates for heating or ventilation are on the front edge of the stage. A grand piano and piano stool are in the foreground. Empty theater seats are in the immediate foreground.
Status
Not on view
