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Concerts in Austin, Texas: The Live Music Capital of the World

The Gloria Castorena Collection:. Concerts in Austin, Texas: The Live Music Capital of the World. Background. About Austin, Texas:

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Concerts in Austin, Texas: The Live Music Capital of the World

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  1. The Gloria Castorena Collection: Concerts in Austin, Texas: The Live Music Capital of the World

  2. Background About Austin, Texas: Austin is considered the ‘Live Music Capital of the World’. Live music is available 7 days a week, 365 days a year. It is home to the Austin City Limits Music Festival, SXSW (South by South West), and Fun Fun Fun Fest. About Gloria Castorena: Gloria Castorena (b. 1988) lived in Austin, Texas from August 2006- May 2010 in pursuit of bachelor degrees in English, Art History, and European Studies from the University of Texas at Austin. Between 2006-2010, Gloria visited over 50 concerts in Austin, Tx.

  3. Mission Statement • The mission of the Gloria Castorena Collection is to preserve her memories of attending concerts in Austin, Texas. As a collection the materials will be preserved and protected to survive the owner. The materials will serve as a cultural memory of live music in Austin and the bands she saw play in 2008-2009.

  4. Limited Collection • Collection is limited to concerts attended between Sept. 2008-Nov. 2009. • During this time Gloria turned 21 years of age. • Concerts are presented in chronological order. • Materials were edited for consistency in collection. • Larger concerts selected in favor for those without photos and memorabilia.

  5. What’s in the Collection? SERIES 1: Ticket Stubs FOLDER 1: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 1: Ticket Stub 28 September 2008 FOLDER 2: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 1: Ticket Stub 21 November 2008 FOLDER 3: Modest Mouse Item 1: Ticket Stub 04 March 2009 FOLDER 4: Franz Ferdinand Item 1: Ticket Stub25 April 2009 FOLDER 5: Jenny Lewis Item 1: Ticket Stub 22 June 2009 FOLDER 6: Incubus Item 1: Ticket Stub 19 August 2009  FOLDER 7: Monsters of Folk Item 1: Ticket Stub 13 November 2009

  6. SERIES 2: Entrance Armband FOLDER 1: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 2: Blue Armband 28 September 2008 FOLDER 2: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 2: Stubbs Bar-B-Q Green 21 November 2008 FOLDER 4: Franz Ferdinand Item 2: Purple Armband 25 April 2009 FOLDER 6: Incubus Item 2: Orange Armband 19 August 2009 FOLDER 7: Monsters of Folk Item 2: Stubbs Bar-B-Q White 13 November 2009

  7. SERIES 3: Photos FOLDER 1: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 3: ConorOberst with Guitar 28 September 2008 FOLDER 1: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 4: Mystic Valley Band 28 September 2008 FOLDER 2: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 3: Band Playing Live 21 November 2008 FOLDER 4: Franz Ferdinand Item 3: La Zona Rosa Guitar 25 April 2009  FOLDER 5: Jenny Lewis Item 2: Jenny Playing 22 June 2009 FOLDER 6: Incubus Item 3: Brandon Boyd 19 August 2009 FOLDER 6: Incubus Item 4: Incubus 19 August 2009

  8. SERIES 4: Printed Material FOLDER 1: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 5: Stubb’s Bar-B-Q with Time of Show: 28 September 2008 FOLDER 3: Modest Mouse Item 3: Set list: 04 March 2009 FOLDER 7: Monsters of Folk Item 3: “No Audio/Video/Photo” Flyer 13 November 2009 FOLDER 8: Monsters of Folk #2 Item 1: “Another Travelin’ Band” article: Austin Chronicle Review of Monsters of Folk 16 November 2009

  9. SERIES 5: Purchased Memorabilia FOLDER 2: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band Item 4: T-shirt, Black: Writing in White: ConorOberst and the Mystic Valley Band 21 November 2008 FOLDER 3: Modest Mouse Item 4: T-shirt, Grey: Writing in Red: Modest Mouse 04 March 2009 FOLDER 5: Jenny Lewis Item 3: T-shirt, Seafoam Green: Writing in Black: Jenny Lewis with drawn image of Sun 22 June 2009 FOLDER 6: Incubus Item 5: T-shirt, Black: Image of Band, Incubus 19 August 2009 FOLDER 7: Monsters of Folk Item 4: Circular 1” button, White: Written Design Monsters of Folk 13 November 2009

  10. Areas of Growth • The Gloria Castorena Collection has several areas of growth, which would include expanding the number of concert attendees and sharing their experiences. Additionally, the use of video and additional photographs with alternative perspectives would help to recreate the experience of each concert furthermore. • Future acquisitions could be made starting with those who attended the concert with Gloria Castorena, then moving on to further attention given to each concert would increase the amount of media each concert received. An end would conclude when enough information would be received to cover every aspect of the concert.

  11. Value Assessment • The collection is of great importance to its founder as it provides irreplaceable memories. The information presented in the materials informs viewers of the history of the bands while also noting the history of Austin, Texas’s live music scene. Furthermore the collection has significant value for the bands as in a larger context, it traces their growth in popularity and as musicians themselves. • The collection may be of interest to: • Other concert attendees • Fans of the bands • People research Austin’s Live Music scene

  12. Representative Items Series 1: Ticket Stubs--- File 6: Incubus Incubus This item represents the various concerts attended, and this particular concert was sold out within hours of tickets being available online. The ticket demonstrates the limited attendees and the popularity of the concert.

  13. Series 2: Entrance Armband---File6:Orange Armband Orange Armband This armband signified Gloria Castorena was over the age of 21 and was able to drink alcohol. The colors at each venue were significant indicating to those working the ages of the various attendees. This was the first concert attended after Gloria Castorena’s 21st birthday on July 25, 2009. Series 4: Printed Material---File 3: Modest Mouse Set List Modest Mouse Set List The set list is a great representation of several printed materials that are typically not thought of in association to attending concerts. This one in particular Gloria Castorena was able to get a set list designed by the band, Modest Mouse.

  14. Conservation Plan Things to watch for on the materials currently within and planned for inclusion in the collection: • Brittle paper • Discoloration • Mold • Pest damage • Odor • Soil • Stains • Tears • New media for storing digital photos • Wear on USB drive • The collection is currently housed in the apartment of Gloria Castorena in Syracuse, NY. The apartment has central heat and air, so it maintains a constant comfortable temperature. The apartment complex is brand new just opening this past year and is free of any rodents or other pests posing a potential threat to the quality of the materials. • As the collection is house in a plastic box with a secure lid, it is unlikely to encounter any harm being stored beneath the bed. As Gloria will be moving to an apartment downstairs within a few months, transporting the collection will need to be taken with great care.

  15. Preservation & Security • Fire alarms. Sprinklers, and fire extinguisher are features of the apartment complex. Although a fire is very unlikely, the threat of water damage or fire damage is a concern considering almost 200 people live in the same complex and could potentially create a fire hazard. • The collection is currently in great condition, housed in folders (with acid free paper separating each item) and plastic bags for the clothing. These items are placed underneath the bed to avoid exposure to sunlight. The collection has a low risk of theft, as Gloria’s room is only accessible by her and her landlord.

  16. Collection Development Possible Items to Acquire: • Autographs signed • Alternative images • Video • Music on iPod or CDs • Guitar Pick • Drum Sticks • Items acquired would have to be from 2008-2009. • Must enhance the experience of attending these concerts in Austin. • Priority would be give to items donated from the bands or artist.

  17. Public Services • Audience: • Fans of the bands • Austinites • Musicians • Concert attendees • Uses: • Personal Use • Music History Researcher • Access: • Easiest means of providing information will be .pdf • Will help to preserve materials by limiting handling

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