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UBC Library acquires extensive photography book collection
UBC Library is excited to announce that the Music, Art and Architecture (MAA) Library in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre has acquired the Harry and Ann Malcolmson Photography Book Collection.
The Book of Kells facsimile now on permanent display in UBC Library’s Ridington Room
The Book of Kells facsimile, which was acquired by UBC Library’s Rare Book & Special Collections in 1990, now resides in a secure, purpose-built display case, accessible to the UBC community.
Calling all music lovers: five pianos in library locations across campus are waiting to be played
Provided by Tom Lee Music, these pianos have the ability to plug in headphones and play in private, which makes them perfect for improvising or relaxing.
Music, Art and Architecture Library project puts Canadiana on display
UBC Library’s Canadian Art Exhibition Catalogue collection has a new home in the Ridington Room.
Annual music sale November 22
Come to the annual Music Sale in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and grab some books, scores and CDs!
Yamaha Piano from Tom Lee Music Enriches UBC Library
A donation of an electronic silent piano from Tom Lee Music has greatly benefitted students at the Music, Art and Architecture Library. This article is a translation of the original Ming Pao Canada article.
寂靜圖書館 擺進一台鋼琴 / A piano in the quiet library
Ming Pao Canada interviewed Kevin Madill, head of the Music, Art and Architecture Library, on use of their electronic silent piano by international students.
West Coast Expressions Exhibit Features BC Creatives
West Coast Expressions is a new exhibit is on display at Irving K Barber Learning Centre. The exhibit highlights eight influential British Columbia creative icons, spanning the industries of fine art, architecture and music.
Reading Week activities round-up at UBC Library
Attend one of these workshops and exhibitions at UBC Library from February 15-19.
De Profundis: Speaking of Music
Attend a joint event with the School of Music and the Department of English on the fusion of the words of Oscar Wilde and music of Frederic Rzewski.