[Publib] Thoughts on a Music Lab

[Denise Johnson]

We, too, have earphones only. We also have two adult computer areas--one is a "no cell phone" area. WE find that many patrons will discuss what they are finding with someone on their cell phone. I don't know whether they are discussing purchases or received e-mail. But these conversations are generally quiet and not bothersome in volume. Since we can accommodate a "cell phone" and a "no cell phone" area, our patrons re happy.
 
I have never heard of a computer or group of computers referred to as a "music lab." That almost sounds like an accommodation for older teens or younger adults to have their preferred background music while they surf the net.
 
 
 
 
This e-mail contains the thoughts and opinions of Denise Johnson and does not represent official Midland County Policy.

Denise Johnson, County Librarian
Midland County Public Library
301 W. Missouri Ave
Midland, TX 79701
Direct Phone:(432) 688-4333
Fax: (432) 688-4939
e-mail denise_johnson at co.midland.tx.us 
Main Library number (432) 688-4320


>>> "Logan Abbitt" <labbitt at cumberland.lib.nc.us> 8/3/2008 2:30 PM >>>
Recently a patron came in asking where the music lab was. We don't have one nor have I ever heard of a public library that had one. He reacted as if it was usually a given service. By his definition a music lab is a an area set off from the rest of the computers, perhaps from the rest of the library, containing computers specifically equipped for sound. Now, all of our computers are equipped for sound, and quite frankly it has been a disaster. So that got me to thinking...
 
 I think it might be worth investigating the option here. We could separate about eight of our computers into another alcove area while shutting off the sound in our other computers. This would create a work zone of considerably less noise while those downloading illegal music and blasting youtube videos could be in a more secluded area with others intent on being loud. 
 
How many of you have music labs or a similar setup? Is it worth it?
 
Thanks, 
 
Logan Abbitt 
Electronic Resources Librarian
 
Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center 
300 Maiden Lane Fayetteville, NC 28301-5000 
Phone: 910.483.7727 Ext. 226 Fax: 910.486.6661 
labbitt at cumberland.lib.nc.us
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