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Information Storage and Retrieval

Notes
music in the Friedheim Library more productive and efficient. LCSH is published annually in large
volumes with red covers. In the Friedheim Library there is a copy on the index table in the Reference
Area. Most names of places and people (i.e., proper nouns) are not listed in LCSH; however, they
may be used as subject headings.

USE References
USE references are made FROM an unauthorized or non-preferred term TO an authorized or
preferred term. They are made for synonyms and for older and variant forms of headings. For
example,
• Spinet: USE Harpsichord
• National anthems: USE National songs

Components of LCSH Entries
The following kinds of information may be found in subject headings:
• The authorized Subject heading is in boldface.
• The CODE (May Subd Geog) or (Not Subd Geog) (in italics) indicates whether or not the head-
ing can be subdivided geographically.
• LC class numbers are often given when there is a close correspondence between the subject
heading and the LC classification. Use this number to search the alphabetical Library of Con-
gress call number index in the online catalog or browse the shelves for materials on your sub-
ject.
• Scope notes give guidance in the meaning or application of the heading.
• References express the relationship between terms:

UF Use For (Equivalency)
BT Broader Terms (Hierarchical)
NT Narrower Terms (Hierarchical)
RT Related Terms (Associative)
SA See Also (A general reference to an entire group of headings or subdivisions
rather than to individual headings or subdivisions.)

Example LCSH entry
Jazz Subject heading
(May Subd Geog) Code
[M1366 (Music)] LC Class
[ML3505.8-ML3509 History and criticism] LC CLass
Here are entered jazz instrumental works for two or more performers. Songs performed in jazz
style by a vocalist or vocal, with or without accompaniment, are entered under Jazz vocals.

Jazz — United States
UF Jive (Music) Use For
Savophone and piano music (Jazz)
[Former heading]

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