That is how Paul Scott-Williams, director of the Goulburn Regional Conservatorium, described the space which now makes up the renovated music library. 

“Over many years it has drifted into despair because there was no specific person to look after it,” Mr Scott-Williams said. “To fix it was going to be a massive undertaking, but we always wanted to do it.” 

In the past 31 years of the conservatoriums history, residents actively donated music scores and texts for re purpose. So at the end of last year management decided that this change often discussed, would become a reality.  

Over two grueling days the room near the old concert hall was redesigned and reconstituted.

Around 50,000 pieces of music, scores and texts were sorted. 

“What we have is a cultural asset for the whole community,” he said. “Having a music library in town is valuable.”

Historical performances specific to Goulburn, scores of opera and a collection of vinyl records were amongst many treasures found in the renovation. 

Due to the lack of administrative support Mr Scott-Williams said the music library will only be open to students, teachers and members for now. 

“Staff, students and members can wander through the library,” he said. “It’s always hard and expensive to find pieces to play, but now performers can see what we’ve got and use it.” 

The music library opened on January 16. 

To become a member of the Goulburn Regional Conservatorium call 4821 8833. 

Watch below 

A look at the new music library at the Goulburn Regional Conservatorium