Music in the Library
From hip-hop to opera, and from acoustic to hard rock, you'll always find music at OCLS.
Guitar-and-mandolin duo Murphy & Spiers recently appeared at the Orlando Public Library as part of the "America's Music" series of programs. In this song, "Stone of Light," an American soldier thinks about a long-lost love from across the globe. (5:02)
North Carolina-based acoustic musician Jim Seem stopped by the Orlando Public Library as part of the America's Music series to play hits from the 40s, 50s and 60s, as well as some of his own compositions.
(6:02)
Harpist Christine MacPhail entertains patrons at the South Trail Branch Library with Irish and Celtic songs in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Here is her rendition of the classic song "Danny Boy." (2:37)
Folksinger and autoharpist Adam Miller visited the Orlando Public Library to entertain with songs sung in Florida long ago. This is his performance of "The Golden Vanity," one of the oldest English folksongs to survive the ages.
(5:01)
Concert pianist Richard Dowling performs "Concerto No. 2, Op. 21, 2nd movement: Nocturne," composed by Frederic Chopin when he was only 19, at the Orlando Public Library on January 9, 2013. (9:07)
Concert pianist Richard Dowling treated audiences to a ragtime gem, composer Zez Confrey's "Kitten on the Keys," at a concert at the Orlando Public Library on January 9, 2013. (2:53)
Bellringer Marie Loeffler brings some holiday spirit to the Orlando Public Library, exhibiting a number of bell-ringing techniques during a concert full of popular Christmas music. (7:38)
Teen Battle of the Bands is back at the Orlando Public Library for 2012. Enjoy performances by iStaredMedusaDown, Jetsail Drive, and first-place winners Eden. (10:16)
Opera visits the Orlando Public Library as Thomas Potter, UCF Opera Executive Director, and Robin Jensen, UCF Opera Artistic Director and Musical Coach, perform "Votre toast, je peux vous le rendre (The Toreador Song)" from Georges Bizet's Carmen. (4:05)
Enjoy these highlights from the 2011 Teen Battle of the Bands at the Orlando Public Library! Featuring Death from Above, The Jazz Admirals, The Jama Duo, and Insane Reaction. (16:01)
Teen Battle of the Bands returns to the Orlando Public Library for 2010! Enjoy performances by first-place winner The Comebacks, runner-up Generational Force, and Sound Express. (13:00)
B.B. Morgan brings his soulful, Southern-style blues to the Orlando Public Library for a free concert. (5:08)
Enjoy a glimpse at a drum circle at the Orlando Public Library, put on by Giving Tree Music. All patrons, young and old, were invited to pick up an instrument and play along! (1:09)
Check out the 2009 edition of Teen Battle of the Bands with performances by The Dream Delirium, She Bites, Before You Exit, and The Comebacks. (13:29)
Orlando's own Bop Gun bring their unique style of funk and soul to the Orlando Public Library. (6:12)
The Orlando Opera Company presents its Studio Artists Annual Holiday Concert at the Orlando Public Library on December 18, 2008, including such holiday favorites as "Jingle Bells," "The Twelve Days of Christmas," "Deck the Halls," and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." (8:13)
Teen Battle of the Bands is back for more in 2008 with performances by Orlantic Vibes, Break the Silent Fall, Silence the Ceremony, and Mechanical Mayhem. (15:27)
The Token Gamblers bring authentic bluegrass music to the Orlando Public Library. (7:31)
Guitarist Chris Peters brings his unique blend jazz, funk, blues, and rock and roll to the Orlando Public Library. (16:57)
The Milk Carton Superstars bring rock and roll to the Orlando Public Library at an exclusive after hours art reception. (7:47)
Singer/songwriter Audrey Lee Johnson sings and plays her warm, engaging songs on guitar. (6:22)
Central Florida high school bands bring their best tunes to the Orlando Public Library for 2007's Teen Battle of the Bands. (22:12)
Ragtime folk guitarist Barry Brogan performs live at the Orlando Public Library. (6:43)
World famous Russian-born pianist Denis Plutalov performs at Library Central, courtesy of the Rachmaninov Society. (6:06)
Bluegrass quartet Old Guys on the Porch bring their easy-going folk harmonies to the Orlando Public Library. (8:45)
Jazzone brings their smooth blend of jazz, blues, and R&B to the Orlando Public Library. (10:29) 
Enjoy the soft rock stylings of Dave McIntyre as the singer/songwriter performs live at the Orlando Public Library in Orlando, Florida. (7:47)
Soprano Shirley Wang brings opera to the Orlando Public Library, including a beautiful and romantic song cycle by Robert Schumann. (6:16)
Local acoustic singer/songwriter Jackie Kopco brings her heartfelt original songs to the Orlando Public Library. (12:28)
Watch local high school bands duke it out (musically, of course) in 2006's Battle of the Bands at the Orlando Public Library. (6:55)
Enjoy this compilation of clips from various Music in the Library programs. (3:27)
Enjoy this compilation of clips from various Music in the Library programs. (2:03)
Enjoy this compilation of clips from various Music in the Library programs. (3:18)
Enjoy this compilation of clips from various Music in the Library programs. (2:03)
Enjoy this compilation of clips from various Music in the Library programs. (3:27)
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