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MUS 122: Music for Life

Use this guide to find sources for MUS 122.

Find Basic Information

Use these databases to find background information about topics in music. They will give you an introduction to a new topic. Search for a composer, performer, type of music, etc.

Listen to Music

Use the Naxos Music Library to listen to music from many different time periods, genres, and parts of the world.

Find Journal Articles

Use these databases to find more in-depth research on music topics.

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OneSearch Video Tutorial

Watch this video to learn how to search OneSearch more effectively.

Using Keywords for Music

The words you use to search make a difference when searching in library databases. Use these tips to help you find sources more quickly:

  • Search for a composer's name combined with a specific piece of music or theme. For example:
    • Beethoven AND early life
    • Beethoven AND piano concertos
    • Beethoven AND hearing loss
  • Search for a piece of music combined with a theme or historical importance. For example:
    • Gershwin AND Rhapsody in Blue AND jazz
  • Getting too many results? Add another search term.
  • Not finding enough? Remove or change your search terms.

If you're still stuck, try using the tutorial below: 

 

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