V. Music Resource Center (MRC)

A. General Information

  • The MRC, which operates in cooperation with the University Library, contains the University’s collection of music scores, recordings, and a selected group of reference books.
  • All patrons are expected to know how to handle CDs, records, tapes, and other equipment; however the student worker  or staff will be happy to assist.
  • Students are not permitted in the stack area except when accompanied by the worker or an instructor.
  • The MRC is a study area. Students are expected to maintain a quiet atmosphere.  Food and drinks are not permitted in the MRC. The MRC should not be treated as a storage facility. Lockers are provided for this purpose and can be obtained at the circulation desk.
  • MRC hours are posted on the door of the center.
  • All faculty who have selected recordings, books, and scores for classes each semester will make these items available to students by keeping them on reserve at the MRC circulation desk. To check out reserve items, students need to sign the index card included with each item, attach their driver’s license or student I.D. to the card and leave these with the MRC staff. Materials may not be checked out without a driver’s license or student I.D. Materials must be returned to the MRC in good condition by 4:00 PM the day they are checked out.

 

B. Use of CDs, Records, and Video- and Audio-Tapes

CDs, records, and video- and audio-tapes are intended for use in the listening room area of the Music Resource Center or approved viewing areas.  Items that are searchable on BraveCat, follow the same checkout policies as Livermore Library. CDs have a three-day checkout. To obtain recordings, patrons must present the call number (from BraveCat or reserve list) to the student worker or staff.

 

C. Use of Scores and Books

Scores and books may be checked out for a three week period and may be renewed for a further three weeks, provided that no other request has been made for the materials. After this time the materials should be returned. To check out a score or book, present the call number to the student worker and he or she will get the book/score from the shelves. The score and/or book may be checked out with the student’s university I.D. If, at the end of the check out period, materials are not returned to the Music Resource Center, a fine will be imposed and holds placed on the student’s registration and transcripts. Fines must be paid at Livermore Library circulation desk.

 

D. Copyright

The Department of Music is not responsible for any cases of copyright infringement. This is the sole responsibility of the student. Students are recommended to reserve funds for music purchases, thereby building a significant personal music library during their collegiate careers.