Writing Guides
For additional help with writing, visit the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio located in Western Libraries.
Citation Guides
- Turabian, Kate L. A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, 7th ed. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2007.
LB2369 .T8 2007 reference
- The Chicago Manual of Style Online, 16th ed. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2010.
- Indiana University Libraries, "A Guide for Music Citation - Chicago/Turabian Style."
- Western Libraries, "Citation Guides & Style Manuals."
- WWU Music Library, "Chicago Style Citation Guide."
- University of California, Berkeley, "Evaluating Web Pages: Techniques to Apply & Questions to Ask."
Style Guides
- Bellman, Jonathan. A Short Guide to Writing about Music. New York: Pearson Longman, 2007.
ML3797.B4 2007
- Irvine, Demar. Irvine's Writing About Music, 3rd ed. Portland, OR: Amadeus Press, 1999.
ML3797 .I79 1999 reference
- Wingell, Richard. Writing About Music, 4th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall, 2009.
ML3797 .W54 2009 reference
Copyright Guides
The following resources provide information about copyright rules and regulations relevant to music materials, conducting research, and publishing. While these sites are highly respected, the Music Library is not responsible for any information contained on these sites.
- WWU Copyright Policy
Western Libraries' recommendations for practices concerning copyright issues.
- Music Publishers' Association Copyright Resource Center
- The MPA Copyright Resource Center provides detailed explanations of the United States Copyright Law as pertains to music materials, serves as a gateway to additional online resources, and allows visitors to search the copyright status of some materials.
- United States Copyright Office
This is the official website of the United States Copyright Office. This site provides detailed information about copyright and fair use as well as information explaining how to register your materials for copyright.