{"value"=>"<p>Series contains Henderson compositions of individual songs on score sheets in various stages of completion. Some are unfinished or untitled sketches, which he referred to as \"snatches and scratches,\" some are printed piano-vocal scores, while others are full scores. They range from school assignments to published sheet music for the tune <em>A Slip of the Lip (Can Sink a Ship)</em>, written with Mercer Ellington, which became a number one hit for the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1943. (There are also three early composition notebooks in the Personal Papers series.) In addition to compositions by Henderson, the series contains songs written by members of his immediate family, including his father Luther Henderson Sr., son Luther III, daughter Melanie, and wife Stephanie. Scores, lyrics and any notes or correspondence relating to the song are foldered alphabetically by song title.</p> <p>Henderson collaborated with numerous songwriting partners, including Carmen McRae, Mercer Ellington, Frances Reckling, Doris Julian, and Evelyne Love Cooper. His relationship with lyricist Charles Burr was especially significant, as shown by the many informal, humorous notes from Burr which not only discuss lyrics, but also might suggest melodies, rhythmic patterns, or to whom a song might be sent. The majority of these notes are undated. As noted, general correspondence with collaborators, particularly Charles Burr and Evelyne Love Cooper, may also be found in the Professional Papers series. Original music written by Henderson for specific theatrical and other productions will be found in the Scores Series.</p>"}