Music on Hoopla
You can borrow from Hoopla music for all ages without being on a waiting list or leaving home! You can borrow 10 Items each month. Each album is then available to listen to for 7 days. If you have never borrowed from Hoopla before Hoopla directions are available as well as a Hoopla video tutorial.
If you are listening to Hoopla music on a PC or Mac you can only stream it, so you'll need an internet connection to listen. Streaming music can consume a lot of data, so we recommend streaming Hoopla over a Wi-Fi connection.
If you are listening to Hoopla music on the Hoopla app on a supported device, you can download it when you have a connection and then enjoy it offline later.
Here is a quick short cut to Hoopla's Music page or explore Hoopla's Music categories.
Browse our collection for a wide variety of books and biographies that feature musicians.
Need help? Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text or email Ask-a-Librarian. The Tinker Station helpline at (317) 275-4500 is also available. It is staffed by device experts who can answer questions about how to read, watch, and listen on a PC, tablet or phone.
Upcoming Live Concerts at the Library
Summer Reading Kickoff at East 38th Street
East 38th Street Branch
Celebrate Summer Reading at the East 38th Street Library! Make sure you sign up for Summer Reading while you are here! There will be a Teddy Bear Concert, Face Painting, Balloon Twisting and an Improv Workshop. Please check the schedule for times.
Teddy Bear Concert with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
East 38th Street Branch
Young children and their families are invited to an introduction to the orchestra through story, movement and live music. Teddy bears welcome! Space is limited.
Summer Reading Kickoff at Lawrence
Lawrence Branch
Get ready for an afternoon of wonder! Join us for a magical summer kickoff featuring the amazing Doug Jave. See live magic and jaw-dropping illusions the whole family will love. Plus, stick around after the show for face painting!
Inside the Lives of Musicians
A collection of memoirs and autobiographies from a wide range of musical icons. Check them out to learn about their lives, in their words. Let this list inspire you to find even more musicians' memoirs available at the Library!
One Day It'll All Make Sense
A Memoir
"The Grammy Award-winning recording artist and actor shares the story of his life, from his youth on Chicago's South side and rise in the hip-hop industry to his movie appearances and the lessons he has learned as a son and a father."
Willie Nelson's Letters to America
"Willie Nelson writes about his life in the form of letters that also include musings about America." Also on eBook & Audiobook
The Meaning of Mariah Carey
From her website about this memoir, Mariah writes "writing this memoir was incredibly hard, humbling and healing. My sincere hope is that you are moved to a new understanding, not only about me, but also about the resilience of the human spirit." Also on eBook