Went to the Paul Sacher Foundation where Tina works and spent the morning with her there. It is another amazing place which collects music of various composers in depth , the musicologists decide who and the librarians organise it. It is a research library and Paul Sacher set it up in a house and then bought the next door house as the collection became too Large. It is beautifully done and looks out on the Rhine. They have users from all over the world, but you have to make an appointment to use the material. Looked at the various methods of storage, in the stacks which are a chilly 16 degrees and 50% humidity as they hold a lot of rare original material. They share their catalogue with othe music libraries so it is a great resource.
I enjoyed morning tea with the staff who were intrigued by my project and so there was much discussion, apparently , after I left.
Had lunch with Tina and then went to the PUPPENHAUSMUSEUM for some light relief. They have displays of 6,000 teddy bears and dolls- fascinating stuff. (and I am serious)
Went to Tina's mother's house for dinner and we had a traditional Swiss meal of melted cheese at the table and condiments etc. Tina's Mum was great.
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Sounds like the research is coming along well. More information on the food though, you have us interested in this melted cheese business. I don't know anything about swiss food. Sounds fun. eve
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