With 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
Friday 12th December 2008
Harrow Music Library, 5 St. Johns Road, Harrow HA1 2EE
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 £77 (€103) per person / IAML members £55 (€74) / Students £30 (€40), including lunch, tea and coffee. Discount for 3 or more bookings from one institution.
Further details and booking forms (returnable by 1 December 2008) from:
Christopher Cipkin
Main Library, The University of Reading, Whiteknights,
PO Box 223, Reading RG6 6AE
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Telephone: (0118) 378 5120
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