Recorded Sound Archives at FAU Libraries

For decades, a rare recording of Harpo Marx speaking publicly sat mislabeled in an archive, until it was rediscovered. 🎙️

A fascinating reminder that archives still hold surprises waiting to be heard.

A Rare Recording of Harpo Marx Speaking Publicly Was Mislabeled in an Archive for Decades. Now You Can Listen to the 'Silent' Comedian Yourself. The comedian of the stage and big screen thrilled millions of Americans without ever speaking a word, leaving many to wonder what his voice sounded like

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we’re sharing a historic recording of Stars and Stripes Forever from the Recorded Sound Archives alongside a piano roll from Ben Roth’s personal collection of piano rolls.

Experience this patriotic classic and explore how piano rolls helped bring music into homes over a century ago. 🎹

Listen on our blog:
https://rsa.fau.edu/blog/digital-access/listen-to-stars-and-stripes-this-memorial-day-weekend/

Listen to Stars and Stripes this Memorial Day Weekend - Recorded Sound Archives Listen to a vintage recording of “Stars and Stripes Forever” from the Recorded Sound Archives and honor Memorial Day through historic sound.