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“Till the Sands of the Desert Grow Cold”

Object Details

Description
This sheet music is for the song “Till the Sands of the Desert Grow Cold.” The song’s lyrics were written by George Graff Jr., and the music was composed by Ernest R. Ball. The sheet music was published by M. Witmark and Sons of New York City in 1911. The sheet music has a plain white cover with plain black lettering, and the song’s lyrics are typical of a love song written during this period.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
composer
Ball, Ernest R.
lyricist
Graff, Jr., George
publisher
M. Witmark & Sons
publishing date
1911
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
ink (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 13 1/2 in x 10 1/2 in; 34.29 cm x 26.67 cm
Object Name
sheet music

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  • Songs of Love:Sheet Music
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