Social historians and musicologists both agree: Music can tell us much about society's aspirations, mores and other such matters. In that spirit of inquiry and edification, the Library of Congress's "Music, Theater & Dance" digital initiative brings this marvelous exploration of music in the life of 19th century Ohio families to the curious public. This collection is primarily focused on Cincinnati, and includes introductory essays by Kathryn Kish Sklar and Jon Newsom. The topical sections include "Singing Schools", "Religion", "Rural Values", and "Temperance". Within each section, visitors will learn a bit more about the role of each topic in the lives of these families, and they can also listen to recordings that include such firm indictments of temperance as "Who'll Buy?" and "Where Home Is", which celebrates the sentimental image of domesticity. This fine collection is rounded out by a bibliography and a listing of related websites.