This is the historical library of Trinity College of Music and consists of over 1,000 volumes, mainly of printed music. It contains many important 18th century editions such as Lully's Roland (1711), a number of John Walsh's early Handel editions, collections of late 18th century English catches and glees, and several rare French opera scores.
Other highlights include the 19th century library of Jullien's 'Royal Conservatory of Music', publications of the Musical Antiquarian Society, and the library of the National Federation of Music Societies which previously belonged to Alan Kirby, founder of the Croydon Philharmonic choir.