Music
My Musical Life
This is the autobiography of the Prussian-born American conductor Walter Damrosch. It includes dozens of anecdotes about many of the great m…
Seven Days That Rocked The World
Stuart Maconie presents a series which highlights some of the most influential days in the history of rock music. Each episode delves into t…
The Big Show
In this festive episode of The Big Show, Bob Hope attempts to persuade Tallulah Bankhead to join him on stage. The talented Meredith Wilson …
From Country To City
Explore the vibrant blues scene of Memphis in this captivating program, which delves into the rich history of the genre. Beale Street in Mem…
The Rubinstein Staccato Etude
This poem, read by 16 Librivox Volunteers, describes the ups and downs and emotional frenzy of The Rubinstein Staccato Etude. The author, R.…
Brian Jones The Rolling Stone
Brian Jones the Rolling Stone 1943-1969 is a compelling program that tells the story of Brian Jones, a founding member of the Rolling Stones…
Selections from The Army and Navy Hymnal
Selections from The Army and Navy Hymnal is a heartfelt compilation of hymns crafted to support the spiritual needs of service members in th…
Concert By Odetta
Enjoy a remarkable concert by Odetta, recorded on December 4, 1981, at the Folkway in Peterborough, N.H. This performance was broadcast over…
Delmore Brothers
The Delmore Brothers, Alton and Rabon, were country music pioneers and stars of the Grand Ole Opry in the 1930s. Born into poverty in Elkmon…
Jazz Today
Episode #194 of "Jazz Today" was broadcast on KOMO in Seattle on September 1st, 1959. This episode features a variety of musical p…
Duke Ellington
Experience the vibrant sounds of Duke Ellington as he takes the stage at The Cotton Club in New York City. This broadcast from March 18, 193…
Two Musicians
Two Musicians by Sarah Orne Jewett is a reflective exploration of the lives and artistry of two musicians, set against the backdrop of rural…
Personal Recollections of Johannes Brahms
George Henschel, a well-known pianist, singer, composer, and conductor was close friends with Johannes Brahms from 1874 to 1897 and he provi…
Kraft Music Hall With Bing Crosby
Join Bing Crosby and a talented ensemble including The Chariotters, John Scott Trotter and His Orchestra, The Kraft Choral Club, Charles Hen…
Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Musicians
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings ma…
The Fringe of an Art
A collection of essays on things musical by Vernon Blackburn, including composers, music in different time periods, and modern music. (Summ…
S. O. C. On The R. C. M. H. Organ
The Sounds of Christmas on the Radio City Music Hall Organ brings a festive atmosphere to your ears. Recorded in 1962, this delightful perfo…
Bing Crosby Rosemary Clooney Show
In this delightful Thanksgiving episode of the Bing Crosby Rosemary Clooney Show, Rosemary Clooney sings, "It's A Most Unusual Day.&quo…
Choral Evensong
Experience the serene beauty of Choral Evensong, recorded live from Chester Cathedral. This exquisite service features a selection of choral…
Look Back And Listen The Phonograph
The early days of the phonograph record and the people who made the popular music that filled them are explored in this fascinating program.…