I think my fingers should be tingling. You know I bought myself two scores published by Bruce, Clements & Co earlier this month? One of them was the opera by the publisher himself, W. B. Moonie.
And …I now have a copy signed by the composer!
However, such excitement has to be kept in check as I work on my second conference paper of the month.
I’m primarily working from home at present, both with my researcher and with my librarian hats on. Right now, in my research role, I have undertaken to give three conference papers in as many months, so I’m rather busy writing! I haven’t forgotten my Scottish music publishers – certainly not! – but I only officially have 1.5 research days a week (shhh, don’t mention all the evening efforts!) – so I need to focus on things with deadlines. The conference papers will be recorded and shared online.
Time will tell if I manage to make any visits to other libraries in the foreseeable future. Since lockdown, I seem to have purchased more books and music than I have room for, but some things aren’t available to purchase!
Karen McAulay, Musicologist 