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Peterson Music

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Music Collection

Greenwich Library’s Music Collection includes books, magazines, sound recordings, music scores, libretti, electronic databases, and digital streaming services. The library offers more than 10,000 Music CDs across all genres, available for checkout or listening in-house. Cardholders can also stream and download music digitally.

With your Library card, download and stream music from hundreds of artists with Hoopla, available on Apple or Android, as well as Naxos Music Library or Jazz via the Naxos Jazz Library.

Stream Music

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Hoopla

Digitally access music for free through Hoopla with your library card on various devices.

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Naxos Music Library

Listen to great music spanning medieval to modern – classical, jazz, electronic, world music, etc.

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Naxos Jazz Library

Stream one of the most comprehensive collection of Jazz music available online.

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Oxford Music Online

Contains information on instruments, music, and musicians, including guides to different periods and styles.

Special Digital Collections

Album Recommendations on hoopla

Music & Instrument Lessons

Music Documentaries & Biopics

Music Magazines

Greenwich Library’s Music Magazines: Explore a diverse collection of music magazines, including Rolling Stone, DownBeat, Billboard, Uncut and MOJO, located on the Peterson Music Wing on 2nd floor of the Main Library. Current issues are available for in-library browsing, while back issues can be checked out for one week.
Plus, you can also read your favorite music mag on your digital device through Libby, by Overdrive: Access Here

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Live Music at Greenwich Library

Peterson Music Concert

Peterson Concert Series: Features diverse performers and musical styles three times annually in the Berkley Theater.

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Peterson Unplugged Series: Showcases talented musicians in acoustic settings in the Peterson Music Wing.

Peterson Music Lecture Series: Engaging presenters and musicologists dive into compelling and timely musical topics.

Friends Performing music together

Friends Performing Arts Series: Hosts the Musicians from Marlboro touring company multiple times a year.

Ashforth Family Concert

Ashforth Children’s Concert Series: Presents live concerts for young audiences with talented performers.

Music Programs

Greenwich Library hosts many musical events throughout the year.

View Online Calendar

Musician Inquiries

Musicians who are interested in performing at the Greenwich Library or any of our branches should contact the Library through our Ask a Librarian Form.

Complete Form

Music Booklists

Music eNewsletter

Stay up-to-date on the latest music programs and concerts by subscribing to the Library’s Music eNewsletter.

The Peterson Music Wing is supported by the Peterson Foundation. Please reach out if you need any assistance with your research.

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