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International Encyclopedia of DanceProvides nearly 2,000 historical and analytical articles on all aspects of dance. Includes bibliographies and an index, but does not include worklists of choreographers. Available online and in print in the library.
Other encylopedias and dictionaries are shelved at Ref GV 1585. More info

Oxford Dictionary of DanceA quick reference to terms, people, companies, works.

Librarian's Comment: Print edition also available at call number: Ref GV 1585 .C73x 2000.

Grove Music Online restricted The most comprehensive music encyclopedia in English. Covers music and musicians of all types and time periods; includes bibliographies, composers' worklists, links to related sites, audio and music examples. Incorporates the New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians, the New Grove Dictionary of Opera, and New Grove Dictionary of Jazz.

Librarian's Comment: Includes articles on dance history, music, people (primarily choreographers), and styles.

Garland Encyclopedia of World Music Online
A comprehensive online resource devoted to music of all the world's peoples. Includes more than 9,200 pages of material in ten volumes, each volume containing an overview of the region, a survey of its musical heritage, traditions and themes; and a description of specific musical genres, practices, and performances, Includes: audio examples, illustrations, photographs, maps, drawings, and more.

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