Classical Music Library is a fully searchable classical music resource — a comprehensive collection of distinguished classical recordings from renowned classical music labels such as EMI, Decca and Deutsche Grammophon. You can also search Classical Music Library along with other music reference databases at Music Online.

Especially useful features are the Playlists and clip-making tools which allow you to organize content and integrate a group of selected works or movements into course assignments. For information on other features see Classical Music Library has a new look.

Stream special selections of music by the Libraries’ music staff 

Kula’s Kool Orchestra Play List by Aaron Kula, Director of Music Collections & Performance

“My playlist reflects my interest in orchestral music and its development from the Baroque period through the 20th century. As an orchestral conductor and composer the orchestra is an amazing sound machine that creates abstract beauty beyond description, yet the musical syntax and choice of orchestral timbre (colors) of each composer is as distinct as a person’s genetic make-up. This play list is for those listeners who enjoy exploring music and are interested in the joy of music.”

20th Century Masters by Justin Rust, Coordinator of Music and Outreach

“The pieces I chose for this playlist are pivotal works by some of the 20th century’s most important composers. They represent a wide range of styles that I hope are accessible and enjoyable for all listeners.”