Wax Cylinder Players and The History of Early Recorded Music

Program Type:

Educational

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Learn about the first technology for recording sound, it's influence on the music industry, our listening habits, and even our vocabulary.  Hear some early recordings and see an original wax cylinder player in action!  

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Central Parking

Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Indoor Program (2021)

This program is hosted indoors.  Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.