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Music: Find Background Info

Resources for students and faculty doing research in music.

Music Reference Websites

AllMusic
"A comprehensive and in-depth resource for finding out more about the albums, musicians, bands and musical styles you love."--From website.

Music Reference: BSC Library Databases

Biography in Context This link opens in a new window
Find biographies on famous musicians and composers.

Boston Public Library Music Databases

Boston Public Library: Music Databases
With your BPL card and pin number, access Oxford/Grove Music Online, Omnifile Full Text Select, and the Gale Virtual Reference Library.