Florian F. Mueller Collection Span: 1925-1970 Bulk: 1930-1970 English collection 8 ft. 18 boxes Florian F. Mueller joined the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in 1927 as assistant first oboe, then became principal oboist in 1931. He played under Frederick Stock, Artur Rodzinsky, Rafael Kubelik and Fritz Reiner, and guest composer-conductors Maurice Ravel, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Igor Stravinsky and Zoltan Kodaly. As a composer he heard some of his works performed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. After 27 years with the Orchestra he moved to the University of Michigan to teach oboe and play in the Faculty Woodwind Quintet and the Baroque Trio. He was one of the major developers and proponents of the "American school" of oboe playing. Critics from the period praise his ability to ornament, his "ravishing tone," and his "nearly flawless technique, breath control and phrasing." Holographs of works by Mueller, oboe repertory list, programs, band transcriptions of works by others, scores and parts for chamber music with oboe. 3 sounds recordings transferred to M/B/RS (performances with the Baroque Trio of the University of Michigan) Florian F. Mueller Collection, Music Division, Library of Congress Mueller, Florian F. Music library of an American oboist and composer. Researchers wishing to work with special collections are advised to inquire in advance about availability of material since many special collections are stored off-site. Certain restrictions to use or copying of materials may apply. Chamber Music Wind Band Music Oboe Music Mueller, Florian F. Seyler, Julius Michigan Marching Band Performing Arts Encyclopedia scdb Music Division, Library of Congress IHAS 120821 loc.natlib.scdb.200033791