Consisting of class record books (1898-1934), scrapbooks (1888-1856) and other miscellaneous items (1888-1979), this collection primarily documents Breckenridge’s work as an instructor of piano at the Oberlin College Conservatory of Music. His class record books list his students, their weekly appointments for music lessons, and their grades. The scrapbook details his experiences while studying music in Leipzig, Germany (1885-1886), and it includes musical programs and fliers as well. The balance of this collection consists of miscellaneous concert programs (1902, n.d.), diplomas (1888, 1906), and biographical material concerning Breckenridge.

Series 1. Biographical File, 1930-1957

Series contains an assortment of biographical information on Breckenridge, including a biographical sketch (1957) , a memorial statement (1957), newspaper clippings (1947, 1956) , and a questionnaire (1930).

Series 2. Scrapbooks/Class Record Books, 1885-1934

Class record books, 1898-1934 (four volumes) detailing Breckenridge’s teaching schedule, the names of his students, and their grades can be found here. Also included is a scrapbook containing newspaper clippings, concert programs, and personal notes kept by Breckenridge during his year as a conservatory student in Leipzig, Germany (1885-1886). Series is arranged chronologically by item.

Series 3. Miscellany, 1888-1979 (bulk dates)

Series contains copies of W.K. Breckenridge’s Oberlin College diplomas from the Conservatory of Music (1888) and for the degree of Bachelor of Music (1906). Two miscellaneous concert programs (1902, n.d.) can also be found here.

The William K. Breckenridge papers were received from the Conservatory office, 16 September 1971.