Listen and watch
The internet offers an enormous range of music‑related content to listen to and watch. Rather than compiling an exhaustive list of links, we have highlighted a small selection of examples that illustrate the variety of interesting resources available.
Smithsonian Institute
The Smithsonian Institute is a research and educational institution supported by the U.S. government. Its museums focus on art, U.S. history, and ethnic groups. Their collections include a significant amount of music-related material.
Includes audio recordings and videos such as interviews, documentaries, musical performances, as well as educational and visual materials.
Access to some materials may be restricted.
- Smithsonian Institute: Terms of use
- Interview
: David Byrne offers advice on how to enjoy music
- Podcast: Singing the gender-blending blues (Sidedoor Season 3)
- Video: What is the history of West African history of the banjo? - video 1:22
- Photographs: Rock and Roll Music - Spotlight
Youtube
YouTube contains a vast amount of music recordings as well as music-related educational content.
Introduction to Classical music
Explore classical music under the guidance of the excellent teacher Craig Wright.
- Craig Wright also has a series of lectures on music theory.
