 Music Resources
The library has a wide range of popular and classical music on compact disc. Categories include operas, general orchestral, choral, chamber music, instrumental, soundtracks, rock, blues, country, Christian, jazz, new age, world music, folk, and others. You can search the library catalog by title, author (the performer, musical group, or composer), or subject.
Listen to Music - Music Online
Log in to these products from home with your VAPLD card to listen to music on your computer. Search for the music and performances you want to hear, click, and listen through your computer speakers or headphones.
Listening library of historical African American music such as jazz, blues, gospel, ragtime, folk songs and narratives.
Listening library of classical music from the Medieval to contemporary.
Listening library of musical and aural traditions worldwide featuring American folk, bluegrass and jazz.
Music Reviews and Interviews
 New and Noteworthy
New Music – Adult Contemporary
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Raul Malo – Lucky One
Ever since his earliest years with the Mavericks, Raul Malo has always come at music sideways, bringing with him an approach to the music that is almost equally informed by vintage pop, Cuban music, ska, and soul/R&B. His voice is as big and rich as ever, and his songs are, if anything, even more rapturously hook-filled. |
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Neko Case revels in classic pop harmonies, impressionistic lyrics, and luxurious vocals with her sixth album. Included are guest appearances from members of the New Pornographers, Los Lobos, Calexico, and Giant Sand.
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The 22nd album from Marianne Faithfull is her third album to be produced by Hal Wilner. The release is their first complete studio album since Strange Weather more than 20 years ago. Like the earlier album, included is a collection of songs written by others and interpreted by the artist.
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Chris Isaak returns with his first studio album since 2002's Always Got Tonight. Included on the album are duets with Michelle Branch and Tricia Yearwood.
"...these tracks are rich in sonic detail and lyrical nuance..." -- Billboard
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