University of Virginia Library

CHAIR OF FOLK MUSIC

Mr. Edward Anderson stated that Mr. John Powell had spoken to him on several occasions about
the possibility of establishing a chair of folk music at the University, and he had suggested that Mr.
Powell discuss the matter with President Darden and Dean Lawis. President Darden stated that he thought
such a professorship would be highly desirable, but that the University had no funds for the purpose.
Mr. Anderson suggested that the John Powell Foundation might become interested in the matter and provide
the funds.