2016 was a momentous year for the Rita Benton Music Library at the University of Iowa, largely defined by the move into a beautiful, new facility in the Voxman Music Building eight. Here is our review of the year’s events at the Library, including highlights, predicaments, and a few peculiarities. January The Music Library’s studentContinue reading “The Rita Benton Music Library: A Year in Review”
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Re-resurrection: Mahler’s Second Symphony at the University of Iowa
Honoring the past On Wednesday evening, the University of Iowa Symphony Orchestra and Choirs will perform Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 in C minor-E flat major, “Resurrection”, marking the first School of Music ensemble performance in the new Hancher Auditorium. The selection of this work is a powerful reminiscence for many, as it wasContinue reading “Re-resurrection: Mahler’s Second Symphony at the University of Iowa”
Welcome to the new Rita Benton Music Library!
Eight years after the 1,000 year flood, the Rita Benton Music Library has moved from its temporary home on the second floor of the Main Library into the new Voxman Music Building. The Library is located on the first floor near the Clinton St. entrance and occupies about 10,000 square feet. What’s New CompactContinue reading “Welcome to the new Rita Benton Music Library!”
We’re Moving!
The Rita Benton Music Library will be moving from its temporary location on the second floor of the Main Library to its new home in the Voxman Music Building starting July 25th, 2016. This does mean that the collection will be unavailable or be subject to limited availability at various points during the move. HereContinue reading “We’re Moving!”