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Franz Schubert: A Guide to Resources at the Library of Congress

Holograph Manuscripts

The Music Division holds over two dozen holograph manuscripts of Schubert's music. This page describes the Music Division's unique holdings.

Holograph Manuscripts of Lieder

Many of the Music Division's Schubert manuscripts are for his lieder. Several of the manuscript items include material for multiple lieder. Many of these manuscripts have been scanned and made available online through the Music Treasures Consortium digital collection. Links to those scans are provided when available.

Holograph Manuscripts in Other Genres

The Music Division holds holograph manuscripts for several of Schubert's other works. Many of these manuscripts have been scanned and made available online through the Music Treasures Consortium digital collection. Links to those scans are provided when available.