Sir Ernest MacMillan (1893-1973)

Portrait of a Canadian Musician

An Exhibition at the National Library of Canada
from October 17, 1994 to March 12, 1995

Experience a remarkable life and career in music!

Sir Ernest MacMillan was one of the most influential Canadian musicians of his time, having devoted his life and energies to the service and advancement of music in our country. He is a pioneer to whom we owe much for the depth and richness of Canada's musical heritage.

MacMillan's archives, acquired by the Music Division of the National Library of Canada in 1984, consist of 21.78 linear metres of textual documents, as well as photographs, drawings and sound recordings, a testimony to the many facets of his brilliant career as conductor, organist, pianist, composer, educator, writer and administrator.

An exhibition of manuscript scores, correspondence, writings, photographs, art, sound recordings, concert programmes and memorabilia such as one of MacMillan's batons, medals and kilt will be on display at the National Library of Canada from October 17, 1994 to March 12, 1995.

"His story should be known by all aspiring Canadian musicians and students of Canadian culture as a model of personal achievement and service to profession and country."

An ASCII version of the text is available. (75 K)

A Selection of Sir Ernest MacMillan Song Scores

Samples from the Analekta CD "Portrait: Sir Ernest MacMillan"

The Exhibition poster. (100K)

Selections from the exhibit

A Short Bibliography on Sir Ernest MacMillan

Copies of the souvenir album and exhibition poster are available free of charge. The Portrait: Sir Ernest MacMillan CD is $19.95 (Canadian). For further information contact Marketing and Publishing of the National Library of Canada.

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Last updated: June 6, 1995