Browsing
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The following are selected call number ranges where film music materials may be found. For more specific call numbers, consult Mirlyn.
| M 1527.2 | film music scores |
| ML 102 .M75 | dictionaries of film music |
| ML 410 .A-.Z | biographies of individual composers |
| ML 2075 | film music history & criticism |
| MT 64 .M65 | film music instruction & study |
| MT 737 | film music instruction & study |
| mulPN 1995.9 .M86 | musical films |
Subject Headings
The following are a few examples of subject headings related to film music
which you may find useful when searching or browsing in Mirlyn. For a complete
list, consult the Library of Congress Subject Headings located on top
of the New Book Shelf.
- motion picture music
- motion picture music--bibliography
- motion picture music--excerpts
- motion picture music--history and criticism
- motion pictures and music
- musical films
- musical films--history and criticism
- musical films--united states--history and criticism
- silent film music
Internet Resources
IMDB (Internet Movie Database)
SoundtrackNet: The Art of Film and Television
Music
Provides news features, an extensive listing of film composers (including up-to-date
filmographies), reviews of soundtracks, and information regarding the availability
of soundtrack recordings.
Film Score Monthly: The Online Magazine
of Motion Picture and Television Music Appreciation
Contains articles, answers to frequently-asked questions, and links to many
other film and film music sites.
Soundtrack Collector
Provides industry news, links to other film music sites, and a soundtrack database that can be browsed by title or composer.
Music from the Movies
Provides news, reviews, composer information, and links to related sites.
FilmTracks: Modern Soundtrack Reviews
Provides reviews of contemporary film soundtracks.
Silent
Film Resources FAQ
Provides links to silent film resources on the internet.
FILMUS-L
An online discussion list devoted to film and television music. A searchable archive of the list is also available.
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Credits
This guide was created by Morgan Rich, former Music Library Student and Circulation Supervisor.
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