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Apologies for cross-posting International Association of Music Libraries, Archives and Documentation Centres United Kingdom & Ireland Branch (IAML UK & Irl) presents: Music for the terrified: your fears dispelled - a day course for staff working with printed and recorded music Thursday 12 October 2006 Manchester Central Library This course is designed for anyone working with music in libraries who feels they lack basic music knowledge. The emphasis will be on dealing with and understanding 'classical' music but there will be the opportunity to carry out exercises in all kinds of music enquiry work. At the end of the day participants will 1) be able to identify common terminology used in music enquiries 2) be able to identify the types of material required by different types of user 3) have some knowledge of sources of information for music enquiries 4) have a better understanding of what is expected of staff working in a music library Sessions will include: Terminology (music genres, keys, types of score, etc.), Music in library catalogues, Music enquiries and information sources (printed and electronic), and practical exercises. It is also an opportunity for participants to share their own experiences. The course runs from 9.45 to 16.30, and costs £70 (€100) per person / IAML members £50 (€70) / Students £30 (€40). Lunch is included. Discount for 3 or more bookings from one institution. Disabled Access Note: A lift is available to the training room, though there are no automatically opening doors along to corridor to the room. Disabled toilets are available. Further details and booking forms (returnable by 4 October 2006) from: Christopher Cipkin Main Library, The University of Reading, Whiteknights, PO Box 223, Reading RG6 6AE Email: [log in to unmask] Telephone: (0118) 378 5120