Jackson Harmeyer, Music Librarian
Bracken Library
Lower Level, BL 087
Welcome to the Guitar Research Guide! Here you will find Libraries and online resources on the guitar intended for study as well as appreciation. At the page Strings Resources, view general works about all the instruments of the string family, bowed and plucked. Then, at Find Books, learn strategies for finding books in OneSearch and scroll through recommended books about the guitar, its history, famous performers, and repertoire. At Find Scores, see locations for guitar music on library shelves and search for notable works by selected composers. At Jazz Guitar, learn about the acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and electric bass in jazz and popular contexts. Find information on historical stringed instruments and performance practice at the page Historical Strings. 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
- Ask a LibrarianContact a librarian by live chat, email, text, or phone, or schedule a reference appointment.
- Interlibrary LoanRequest a book, article, or another item not available through Ball State University Libraries.
- Libraries Workshops on MusicSee what sessions on music Ball State University Libraries has planned. Email your music librarian to suggest a workshop topic.
- Music DatabasesSpecialty databases and some general databases with significant music content, including Oxford Music Online, RILM Abstracts of Music Literature, and Naxos Music Library.
- Music JournalsBrowse serials focusing on music and see access options, in-print or online.
- OneSearchLaunch a comprehensive search of University Libraries collections, including physical holdings and items with online access. Use filters to narrow results.
- Reading Lists (Course Reserves)Look for library materials reserved for your use by your professors.
- Research Guides on MusicFind a comprehensive list of research guides on musical topics created by Ball State University Libraries.
- Suggest Materials for PurchaseBelieve a book, score, or media item belongs in our collections? Suggest we purchase it here.