AUTHOR: Brian McCurdy

Brian McCurdy joined the Library of Congress in 2019 where he serves as a Music Reader Services Librarian at the National Library Service. He spends his time working with patrons, developing the collection, digitizing braille scores, and circulating print and audio materials across the United States. Prior to joining the NLS, Brian served for 22 years in the United States Air Force as a clarinetist and music librarian in the USAF Band in Washington, DC. Brian holds a Bachelor of Music degree in clarinet performance from Shenandoah University, a Master of Music degree from the University of Maryland, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from George Mason University.
Most Recent Posts
- Song Stories: Stevie Wonder’s “Happy Birthday” February 9th, 2023
- Hidden Gems of the NLS Collection: Béla Bartók’s “Allegro Barbaro” January 5th, 2023
- Remembering Ned Rorem December 8th, 2022
- In Honor of Veterans Day: The Military Service of John Williams November 10th, 2022
- Song Stories: Camille Saint-Saëns and “Danse macabre” October 13th, 2022
- Hidden Gems of the NLS Collection: Francis Poulenc’s Sonata for Flute and Piano September 8th, 2022
- Hidden Gems of the NLS Collection: The Music of Khruangbin August 4th, 2022
- Song Stories: Woody Guthrie’s “Dust Bowl Ballads” July 14th, 2022
- Schumann’s Character Pieces June 23rd, 2022