Music soothes the savage beast, and the overworked human, too. Getting your groove on with some tunes is a sure way to relax and unwind or pump up to get the job done. In this age of iPods, it is easy to rack up a good amount of debt just by downloading music, going to concerts, buying CDs, etc. But music doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, it can be frugal. Here is how.
If you are talented enough to play music, consider gaining access to free sheet music. You can find everything from current favorites to pop hits from the 18th and 19th century (or earlier). First stop could be your local library, where books of sheet music can be checked out. In many cases, the music can be copied if it is for home use.
Another place for free sheet music is the Internet. You can find music that has fallen out of copyright or music that is composed today and offered for free. Or, download practically any sheet music for a small fee.
Check out the following web sites:
http://www.classical-scores.com/free/index.php
http://levysheetmusic.mse.jhu.edu/
http://library.duke.edu/digitalcollections/hasm
While you are visiting the library, take advantage of the many music CDs that are available either at your local branch or through interlibrary loan. There is so much to choose from, and your library may even purchase a CD you have been wanting to hear, if you make a special request.
Your cable television may be a great source of free music. We have many different music channels that we listen to through our television, from Kids to 80s, Jazz to World Music. Check out the listings from your cable company. You may already have this available!
Mary Ann Romans writes about everything related to saving money in the Frugal Blog, technology in the Computing Blog, and creating a home in the Home Blog. Starting June 1st, don’t miss her articles in the Baby Blog. You can read more of her articles by clicking here.
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