The papers of Frances Walker Slocum contain biographical material, correspondence, performance and recital programs, and writings relating to her performances. The most significant materials in the papers are the performance programs (series two). Dating between the 1940s and 1990s, these files document Slocum's performances at Oberlin College and at venues across the United States and Europe. The programs detail the wide range of pieces of music Walker played, location of the concerts, and who she performed with (if at all). Newsclippings of reviews (1950s-1990s), located in series four (4), are noteworthy in that they report on the critical acclaim she received for her perfomances. The reviews document the highs and lows of Walker's performances, often praising her for her technique and selection of music. An undated Washington Post review called her performance at the Terrace Theater "the most beautiful concert of the season" and giving "a gorgeous program of shamefully neglected American music." Despite the rich record detailing her performances, there are weakness in the collection. Notably absent are additional correspondence and teaching files in which would document fully Slocum's musical and academic career.

Series 1. Biographical Files, 1940s, 1970s-1990s, n.d. (0.1 linear feet)

Consists mostly of resumes (n.d.) which list education, teaching experience, honors and awards, and concerts and recitals. Also included here are two photographs (1993, n.d.) and a 1940 Oberlin College honor certificate from High School Day. Arranged chronologically.

Series 2. Programs, 1940s-1990s (0.2 linear feet)

This series contains programs from Walker's performances at the Oberlin College Conservatory of Music and concert halls around the United States and Europe, including performances in New York, Ohio, Washington, D.C., Georgia, and New Jersey, as well as East and West Germany. Arranged chronologically.

Series 3. Correspondence (incoming and outgoing), 1971-1991 (one folder)

Contains a small amount of incoming and outgoing correspondence (6 letters). Included here are two copy letters (1983) between Oberlin College Conservatory of Music Dean David Boe and Walker in that she reports on a concert tour. Attached to her letter are programs from her performances in East and West Germany and New York state. Arranged chronologically.

Series 4. Writings Relating to Frances Walker Slocum as a Performer, 1950s-1990s, n.d. (0.2 linear feet)

Consists of newspaper clippings and publicity files. Most significant here are the clippings in that they contain concert reviews. Included also are publicity files in which contain calenders of events and performance brochures promoting Walker's upcoming concerts. Arranged chronologically.

The papers were transfered to the Archives under deed of gift by Frances Walker Slocum in 1991 and 1995.

The following institutional records contain materials relating to Frances Walker Slocum: Conservatory of Music (10) and Alumni Files (28).