Handbell Library Development Project
The Cosmopolitan Music Society is seeking to establish a comprehensive handbell library to enhance its musical offerings and streamline access to handbell sheet music. Currently, the organization lacks a centralized system for cataloging and managing its handbell music collection, which limits the efficiency and accessibility for musicians and conductors. The goal of this project is to create a well-organized, user-friendly library that will serve as a valuable resource for the society's members. The project will involve cataloging existing handbell music, developing a digital database for easy retrieval, and creating a system for future acquisitions. This initiative will allow learners to apply their organizational and information management skills, as well as their knowledge of music library systems, to a real-world setting.
Music Society Database Integration and System Cleanup
The Cosmopolitan Music Society is seeking to enhance its operational efficiency by integrating its existing databases and cleaning up its computer systems. The current setup involves multiple databases that are not well-integrated, leading to data redundancy and inefficiencies in data retrieval. The goal of this project is to streamline these databases into a cohesive system that allows for seamless data access and management. Additionally, the project will involve cleaning up the computer systems to ensure they are running optimally, removing unnecessary files, and organizing the digital workspace. This project provides an opportunity for learners to apply their knowledge of database management and computer systems to a real-world scenario, enhancing their skills in data integration and system optimization. - Analyze the current database structure and identify areas for integration. - Develop a plan for integrating the databases into a single, cohesive system. - Clean up computer systems by removing unnecessary files and organizing the digital workspace. - Optimize system performance to ensure efficient operation.
Handbell Music Library Development
The Cosmopolitan Music Society seeks to establish a comprehensive Handbell music library to enhance its musical offerings and streamline access to resources. The project involves acquiring new music pieces, organizing existing collections, and implementing a systematic cataloging process. This initiative aims to improve the accessibility and usability of the Handbell music collection for society members and future learners. By creating a well-structured library, the organization can ensure that its musical assets are preserved and easily accessible for rehearsals and performances. The project will involve tasks such as sourcing new music, categorizing pieces by difficulty and theme, and developing a user-friendly cataloging system. This will provide learners with a practical opportunity to apply organizational and cataloging skills learned in the classroom.
Database Transfer Project
This project will encompass: They will create a quick and effective method to transfer information into two new databases. They will identify any potential advantages and disadvantages of transferring information into the databases. They will analyze the impact of information transfer on library and membership management. It is expected that the membership and library information transfer will be completed during this time. The final outcome will be to complete a short written report on aspects 2 and 3 of the project.
Assistant music librarian
The goal of this project is to organize the music library of the Cosmopolitan Music Society of Edmonton and create a database to store the library information. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: - Researching and understanding the current music library of the Cosmopolitan Music Society. - Organizing the music library into categories and subcategories. - Creating a database to store the library information. - Developing a user interface to access the database. - Testing the database and user interface to ensure accuracy.
Cosmopolitan Music Society Sponsorship Creation Project
The goal of this project is to assist the Cosmopolitan Music Society of Edmonton in creating a sponsorship database and making calls to meet potential sponsors. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including: - Researching potential sponsors and creating a list of potential sponsors. - Developing a database of potential sponsors and their contact information. - Making calls to potential sponsors to introduce Cosmopolitan Music Society and discuss potential sponsorship opportunities. - Maintaining and updating the sponsorship database.
Cosmopolitan Music Society Archive and Writing project
The main goal of this project is to create an in-house archive and storage system for the Cosmopolitan Music Society of Edmonton. This will include preparing documentation listings of textual, photographic and music materials, creating literature reviews and annotated bibliographies, and working with the director and manager to prepare materials for the manuscript.
Music Librarian Assistant
The goal of this project is to organize the music library of the Cosmopolitan Music Society of Edmonton and create a database to store the library information. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: - Researching and understanding the current music library of the Cosmopolitan Music Society. - Organizing the music library into categories and subcategories. - Creating a database to store the library information. - Developing a user interface to access the database. - Testing the database and user interface to ensure accuracy.
Research and Writing Assistant
The research/writing assistants will support the research initiatives under the guidance of the Director and Manager, both who are PhD qualified. Our organization is having its 60th Anniversary next year and we are preparing a social history book about the Cosmopolitan Music Society and community band and choral music in Alberta.