Music Online
Click here to start using Music Online.
- OR To find Music Online on the LPC Library Homepage.
- From the right column FIND, choose "Audio, Video, and Images".
- Scroll down to Music Online (or choose one of the specific music collections).
There are multiple ways to find religious music from the United States. Here are 2 methods to get you started:
Browsing for Religious Music
Option 1 - Browse Places
In the left column under Browse, choose Genre.
Click either Gospel or Sacred from the list.
Once you are in the list, you can filter the results by clicking on "Cultural Group". Choose an appropriate group such as:
- African American
- Anglo-American
- American
There may be more tracks once you are in the album details.
Caution: Many albums may be compilations that contain all types of music. Click on the song title to see detailed information listed under "Cultural Group", "Cultural Place", or "Place" to be sure that the selected song matches your assignment requirements.
Searching for Religious Music
Option 2 - Search by Keyword
In the search box located on the uper right, type in your keyword(s).
For example you can search by a cultural or religious group name, religious words, or traditional song title.
Look through your textbook or class notes for ideas of other keywords.
Sample keywords:
- Shaker
- African American Spirituals
- Contemporary Christian
- Hymns
- Christmas
- "I'll Fly Away"
- "Wade in the Water"
Caution: Many albums may be compilations that contain all types of music. Click on the song title to see detailed information listed under "Cultural Group", "Cultural Place", or "Place" to be sure that the selected song matches your assignment requirements.
