Band Music Resources

This is a guide to locating information and materials related to band music. It is not a complete bibliography, but rather indicates key resources and types of materials that may be useful when seeking information in this area. All items listed in this guide are available in the Music Library.

The following are selected call number ranges where band materials may be found. For call numbers of specific items, consult Library Search.

Below are some examples of subject headings related to band music which may be useful when searching or browsing in the Library Catalog.

To search subject headings, begin by selecting Advanced next to the search field. Click "Subject" form the pull-down menu and then enter any one of the headings in the list below into the search field. Use quotes around phrases for more precise results.

Scores, Recordings and Videorecordings

• "Band music"
• "Suites (Band)"
• "Symphonies (Band)"
• "Variations (Band)"
• "Marches (Band)"
• "Concertos (Band)"
• "Band music, Arranged"
• "Brass band music"
• "Brass band music, Arranged"

Books and Periodicals

• "Band music"
• "Band music -- Bibliography"
• "Wind ensembles"
• "Wind ensembles -- Bibliography"
• "Bands (Music)"
• "Military music"
• "Brass bands"
• "Marching bands"