Jackson Harmeyer, Music Librarian
Lower Level, BL 087
Fall drop-in hours: Tues., 9 to 11 AM
Or, email me to schedule a one-on-one consultation
Welcome to the Film Music Research Guide! Here you will find Libraries and online resources about film music intended for study as well as appreciation. At Find Books, learn strategies for locating books in OneSearch and scroll through recommended books about the history of film music and its most famous proponents. At Find Articles, identify journals and databases specialized to film music research. At Find Scores, search for scores by notable composers and see recommended scores and anthologies. Finally, at Watch Video, locate films on Libraries-provided streaming platforms like Kanopy or on physical disc. Know of a resource not included in this guide? Feel free to email the Music Librarian and they will add it. Or, suggest an item for purchase, if it is a resource not currently owned by University Libraries.
Library Quick Links
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Ask a LibrarianContact a librarian by live chat, email, text, or phone, or schedule a reference appointment.
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Interlibrary LoanRequest a book, article, or another item not available through Ball State University Libraries.
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Libraries Workshops on MusicSee what sessions on music Ball State University Libraries has planned. Email your music librarian to suggest a workshop topic.
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Music DatabasesSpecialty databases and some general databases with significant music content, including Oxford Music Online, RILM Abstracts of Music Literature, and Naxos Music Library.
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Music JournalsBrowse serials focusing on music and see access options, in-print or online.
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OneSearchLaunch a comprehensive search of University Libraries collections, including physical holdings and items with online access. Use filters to narrow results.
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Reading Lists (Course Reserves)Look for library materials reserved for your use by your professors.
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Research Guides on MusicFind a comprehensive list of research guides on musical topics created by Ball State University Libraries.
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Suggest Materials for PurchaseBelieve a book, score, or media item belongs in our collections? Suggest we purchase it here.