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The Key to Murder: Mysteries with a Musical Theme

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Whether set in Elizabethan England or present-day Seattle, these mysteries have one thing in common: a musician, whether victim or investigator (or both), is key to the case. If you love music and you love mysteries, this list is for you! Many of these titles are also available in print format, and may be requested for pickup through our SFPL To Go service.

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The Beautiful Mystery

The Beautiful Mystery

by Penny, Louise

eBook - 2012

Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is summoned to a remote Quebec monastery, renowned for its best-selling recording of Gregorian chants, to investigate the murder of its choirmaster. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is summoned to a remote Quebec monastery, renowned for its best-selling recording of Gregorian chants, to investigate the murder of its choirmaster. Show less

Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is summoned to a remote Quebec monastery, renowned for its best-selling recording of Gregorian chants, to investigate the murder of its choirmaster. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is summoned to a remote Quebec monastery, renowned for its best-selling recording of Gregorian chants, to investigate the murder of its choirmaster. Show less

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Murder in G Major

Murder in G Major

A Gethsemane Brown Mystery

by Gordon, Alexia

eBook - 2016

First book in a series of mysteries featuring Gethsemane Brown, African American music teacher and conductor of the orchestra at a boys school in rural Ireland. First book in a series of mysteries featuring Gethsemane Brown, African American music teacher and conductor of the orchestra at a boys school in rural Ireland. Show less

First book in a series of mysteries featuring Gethsemane Brown, African American music teacher and conductor of the orchestra at a boys school in rural Ireland. First book in a series of mysteries featuring Gethsemane Brown, African American music teacher and conductor of the orchestra at a boys school in rural Ireland. Show less

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Fall of Angels

Fall of Angels

by Cleverly, Barbara

eBook - 2018

In 1923 Cambridge, England, Detective Inspector John Redfyre investigates the attempted murder of a female trumpeter in what turns out to be the first of a series of attacks on Cambridge women. In 1923 Cambridge, England, Detective Inspector John Redfyre investigates the attempted murder of a female trumpeter in what turns out to be the first of a series of attacks on Cambridge women. Show less

In 1923 Cambridge, England, Detective Inspector John Redfyre investigates the attempted murder of a female trumpeter in what turns out to be the first of a series of attacks on Cambridge women. In 1923 Cambridge, England, Detective Inspector John Redfyre investigates the attempted murder of a female trumpeter in what turns out to be the first of a series of attacks on Cambridge women. Show less

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Dead Ringer

Dead Ringer

by Fox, Sarah

eBook - 2015

First book in the Music Lover's Mystery series featuring Midori Bishop, violinist in the Point Grey Philharmonic Orchestra. First book in the Music Lover's Mystery series featuring Midori Bishop, violinist in the Point Grey Philharmonic Orchestra. Show less

First book in the Music Lover's Mystery series featuring Midori Bishop, violinist in the Point Grey Philharmonic Orchestra. First book in the Music Lover's Mystery series featuring Midori Bishop, violinist in the Point Grey Philharmonic Orchestra. Show less

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A Cadenza for Caruso

A Cadenza for Caruso

by Paul, Barbara

eBook - 2016

First book in the Opera Tenor mystery series, featuring legendary tenor Enrico Caruso investigating murder in early 20th century New York City. First book in the Opera Tenor mystery series, featuring legendary tenor Enrico Caruso investigating murder in early 20th century New York City. Show less

First book in the Opera Tenor mystery series, featuring legendary tenor Enrico Caruso investigating murder in early 20th century New York City. First book in the Opera Tenor mystery series, featuring legendary tenor Enrico Caruso investigating murder in early 20th century New York City. Show less

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Crossed Bones

Crossed Bones

by Haines, Carolyn

eBook - 2003

Mississippi belle Sarah Booth Delaney is hired by the wife of a white man accused of murdering of a beloved Black jazz musician, to prove the accused's innocence. Mississippi belle Sarah Booth Delaney is hired by the wife of a white man accused of murdering of a beloved Black jazz musician, to prove the accused's innocence. Show less

Mississippi belle Sarah Booth Delaney is hired by the wife of a white man accused of murdering of a beloved Black jazz musician, to prove the accused's innocence. Mississippi belle Sarah Booth Delaney is hired by the wife of a white man accused of murdering of a beloved Black jazz musician, to prove the accused's innocence. Show less

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Death at La Fenice

Death at La Fenice

by Leon, Donna

eBook - 2012

During intermission at the La Fenice opera house in Venice, Italy, a notoriously difficult and widely disliked German conductor is poisoned. Detective Guido Brunetti investigates. During intermission at the La Fenice opera house in Venice, Italy, a notoriously difficult and widely disliked German conductor is poisoned. Detective Guido Brunetti investigates. Show less

During intermission at the La Fenice opera house in Venice, Italy, a notoriously difficult and widely disliked German conductor is poisoned. Detective Guido Brunetti investigates. During intermission at the La Fenice opera house in Venice, Italy, a notoriously difficult and widely disliked German conductor is poisoned. Detective Guido Brunetti investigates. Show less

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The Sound of the Trumpet

The Sound of the Trumpet

An Evan Horne Mystery

by Moody, Bill

Book - 1997

Jazz pianist Evan Horne ventures into the world of collectors who would go to any lengths, including murder, to acquire a unique sound, which may explain ...Show more Jazz pianist Evan Horne ventures into the world of collectors who would go to any lengths, including murder, to acquire a unique sound, which may explain the death of innovative trumpeter Clifford Brown, who recorded some tapes just prior to his death. Show less

Jazz pianist Evan Horne ventures into the world of collectors who would go to any lengths, including murder, to acquire a unique sound, which may explain ...Show more Jazz pianist Evan Horne ventures into the world of collectors who would go to any lengths, including murder, to acquire a unique sound, which may explain the death of innovative trumpeter Clifford Brown, who recorded some tapes just prior to his death. Show less

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Twanged

Twanged

by Clark, Carol Higgins

eBook - 2008

When private investigator Regan Reilly is hired by rising country music star Brigid as bodyguard for her Fourth of July concert in the Hamptons, she must contend with a series of increasingly ominous incidents. When private investigator Regan Reilly is hired by rising country music star Brigid as bodyguard for her Fourth of July concert in the Hamptons, she must contend with a series of increasingly ominous incidents. Show less

When private investigator Regan Reilly is hired by rising country music star Brigid as bodyguard for her Fourth of July concert in the Hamptons, she must contend with a series of increasingly ominous incidents. When private investigator Regan Reilly is hired by rising country music star Brigid as bodyguard for her Fourth of July concert in the Hamptons, she must contend with a series of increasingly ominous incidents. Show less

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Broken Harmony

Broken Harmony

by Southey, Roz

eBook - 2007

First book in a series of mysteries featuring Charles Patterson, violinist, harpsichord player, composer and would-be church organist in 18th century Newcastle upon Tyne, England. First book in a series of mysteries featuring Charles Patterson, violinist, harpsichord player, composer and would-be church organist in 18th century Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Show less

First book in a series of mysteries featuring Charles Patterson, violinist, harpsichord player, composer and would-be church organist in 18th century Newcastle upon Tyne, England. First book in a series of mysteries featuring Charles Patterson, violinist, harpsichord player, composer and would-be church organist in 18th century Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Show less

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The Unbidden Truth

The Unbidden Truth

by Wilhelm, Kate

eBook - 2004

Oregon lawyer Barbara Holloway investigates the murder of the manager of a piano bar on behalf her client, a gifted young pianist. Oregon lawyer Barbara Holloway investigates the murder of the manager of a piano bar on behalf her client, a gifted young pianist. Show less

Oregon lawyer Barbara Holloway investigates the murder of the manager of a piano bar on behalf her client, a gifted young pianist. Oregon lawyer Barbara Holloway investigates the murder of the manager of a piano bar on behalf her client, a gifted young pianist. Show less

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The Strings of Murder

The Strings of Murder

by De Muriel, Oscar

eBook - 2016

In 1888 Edinburgh, Scotland Yard send Inspector Ian Frey. Frey and Detective "Nine-Nails" McGray investigate the brutal murder of a violinist in his home. In 1888 Edinburgh, Scotland Yard send Inspector Ian Frey. Frey and Detective "Nine-Nails" McGray investigate the brutal murder of a violinist in his home. Show less

In 1888 Edinburgh, Scotland Yard send Inspector Ian Frey. Frey and Detective "Nine-Nails" McGray investigate the brutal murder of a violinist in his home. In 1888 Edinburgh, Scotland Yard send Inspector Ian Frey. Frey and Detective "Nine-Nails" McGray investigate the brutal murder of a violinist in his home. Show less

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How to Marry A Ghost

How to Marry A Ghost

[a Novel]

by McIntyre, Hope

eBook - 2007

Ghost writer Lee Bartholomew investigates two murders in the Hamptons, where a secluded legendary rock star is the prime suspect. Ghost writer Lee Bartholomew investigates two murders in the Hamptons, where a secluded legendary rock star is the prime suspect. Show less

Ghost writer Lee Bartholomew investigates two murders in the Hamptons, where a secluded legendary rock star is the prime suspect. Ghost writer Lee Bartholomew investigates two murders in the Hamptons, where a secluded legendary rock star is the prime suspect. Show less

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A Traitor to Memory

A Traitor to Memory

by George, Elizabeth

eBook - 2009

Could the murder of an elderly woman on a quiet London street have some connection to a 28-year-old virtuoso violinist who several months earlier suddenly...Show more Could the murder of an elderly woman on a quiet London street have some connection to a 28-year-old virtuoso violinist who several months earlier suddenly and inexplicably lost the ability to play a single note? Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley investigates. Show less

Could the murder of an elderly woman on a quiet London street have some connection to a 28-year-old virtuoso violinist who several months earlier suddenly...Show more Could the murder of an elderly woman on a quiet London street have some connection to a 28-year-old virtuoso violinist who several months earlier suddenly and inexplicably lost the ability to play a single note? Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley investigates. Show less

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Trouble in the Brasses

Trouble in the Brasses

by Craig, Alisa

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Decorated Mounted Police office Madoc Rhys investigates the death of a French horn player in his father's orchestra. Decorated Mounted Police office Madoc Rhys investigates the death of a French horn player in his father's orchestra. Show less

Decorated Mounted Police office Madoc Rhys investigates the death of a French horn player in his father's orchestra. Decorated Mounted Police office Madoc Rhys investigates the death of a French horn player in his father's orchestra. Show less

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Murder at Westminster Abbey

Murder at Westminster Abbey

by Carmack, Amanda

eBook - 2014

In 1559 England. newly-crowned Queen Elizabeth assigns her personal musician Kate Haywood to investigate a series of murders of red-headed women. In 1559 England. newly-crowned Queen Elizabeth assigns her personal musician Kate Haywood to investigate a series of murders of red-headed women. Show less

In 1559 England. newly-crowned Queen Elizabeth assigns her personal musician Kate Haywood to investigate a series of murders of red-headed women. In 1559 England. newly-crowned Queen Elizabeth assigns her personal musician Kate Haywood to investigate a series of murders of red-headed women. Show less

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Voice of the Violin

Voice of the Violin

by Camilleri, Andrea

Downloadable Audiobook - 2008

As Inspector Salvo Montalbano searches the murderer of a young woman suffocated in her bed, a mysterious, reclusive violinist may hold the key. As Inspector Salvo Montalbano searches the murderer of a young woman suffocated in her bed, a mysterious, reclusive violinist may hold the key. Show less

As Inspector Salvo Montalbano searches the murderer of a young woman suffocated in her bed, a mysterious, reclusive violinist may hold the key. As Inspector Salvo Montalbano searches the murderer of a young woman suffocated in her bed, a mysterious, reclusive violinist may hold the key. Show less

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Ragtime in Simla

Ragtime in Simla

by Cleverly, Barbara

eBook - 2003

While on detachment to the Bengal police in 1922, Scotland Yard detective Joseph Sandilands investigates the murder of a Russian opera singer. While on detachment to the Bengal police in 1922, Scotland Yard detective Joseph Sandilands investigates the murder of a Russian opera singer. Show less

While on detachment to the Bengal police in 1922, Scotland Yard detective Joseph Sandilands investigates the murder of a Russian opera singer. While on detachment to the Bengal police in 1922, Scotland Yard detective Joseph Sandilands investigates the murder of a Russian opera singer. Show less

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Dead Beat

Dead Beat

by McDermid, Val

eBook - 2006

When Manchester private detective Kate Brannigan agrees to track down a missing songwriter, little does she realize that finding her is a prelude to murder. When Manchester private detective Kate Brannigan agrees to track down a missing songwriter, little does she realize that finding her is a prelude to murder. Show less

When Manchester private detective Kate Brannigan agrees to track down a missing songwriter, little does she realize that finding her is a prelude to murder. When Manchester private detective Kate Brannigan agrees to track down a missing songwriter, little does she realize that finding her is a prelude to murder. Show less

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Interrupted Aria

Interrupted Aria

by Myers, Beverle Graves

Downloadable Audiobook - 2012

First book in the Baroque Mystery series, featuring castrati opera singer Tito Amato investigating murders in 18th century Italy. First book in the Baroque Mystery series, featuring castrati opera singer Tito Amato investigating murders in 18th century Italy. Show less

First book in the Baroque Mystery series, featuring castrati opera singer Tito Amato investigating murders in 18th century Italy. First book in the Baroque Mystery series, featuring castrati opera singer Tito Amato investigating murders in 18th century Italy. Show less

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A Hopeless Case

A Hopeless Case

A Mystery Novel

by Beck, K. K.

eBook - 2001

First book in a series of mysteries featuring Seattle lounge singer and private detective Jane da Silva. First book in a series of mysteries featuring Seattle lounge singer and private detective Jane da Silva. Show less

First book in a series of mysteries featuring Seattle lounge singer and private detective Jane da Silva. First book in a series of mysteries featuring Seattle lounge singer and private detective Jane da Silva. Show less

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Death in the 12th House

Death in the 12th House

Where Neptune Rules

by Lewis, Mitchell Scott

eBook - 2012

Astrologer-detective David Lowell investigates a series of murders of aging rock stars. Astrologer-detective David Lowell investigates a series of murders of aging rock stars. Show less

Astrologer-detective David Lowell investigates a series of murders of aging rock stars. Astrologer-detective David Lowell investigates a series of murders of aging rock stars. Show less

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Really the Blues

Really the Blues

A Mystery in Paris

by Koenig, Joseph

Downloadable Audiobook - 2015

In Nazi-occupied Paris in 1941, American jazz musician Eddie Piron becomes entangled in the investigation of the murder of the drummer in his band. In Nazi-occupied Paris in 1941, American jazz musician Eddie Piron becomes entangled in the investigation of the murder of the drummer in his band. Show less

In Nazi-occupied Paris in 1941, American jazz musician Eddie Piron becomes entangled in the investigation of the murder of the drummer in his band. In Nazi-occupied Paris in 1941, American jazz musician Eddie Piron becomes entangled in the investigation of the murder of the drummer in his band. Show less

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Death Dance

Death Dance

by Fairstein, Linda A.

Downloadable Audiobook - 2006

Manhattan assistant district attorney teams with NYPD's Mike Chapman and Mercer Wallace to investigate the disappearance of world-famous dancer who suddenly vanishes from backstage during a performance at the Metropolitan Opera House. Manhattan assistant district attorney teams with NYPD's Mike Chapman and Mercer Wallace to investigate the disappearance of world-famous dancer who suddenly vanishes from backstage during a performance at the Metropolitan Opera House. Show less

Manhattan assistant district attorney teams with NYPD's Mike Chapman and Mercer Wallace to investigate the disappearance of world-famous dancer who suddenly vanishes from backstage during a performance at the Metropolitan Opera House. Manhattan assistant district attorney teams with NYPD's Mike Chapman and Mercer Wallace to investigate the disappearance of world-famous dancer who suddenly vanishes from backstage during a performance at the Metropolitan Opera House. Show less

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South Beach Shakedown

South Beach Shakedown

The Diary of Gideon Pike

by Bruns, Don

eBook - 2008

The first book in the Mick Sever Music Trilogy, as the pop music journalist investigates crime in tropical paradises. The first book in the Mick Sever Music Trilogy, as the pop music journalist investigates crime in tropical paradises. Show less

The first book in the Mick Sever Music Trilogy, as the pop music journalist investigates crime in tropical paradises. The first book in the Mick Sever Music Trilogy, as the pop music journalist investigates crime in tropical paradises. Show less

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