Kirstin Johnson

Kirstin Johnson is a Professor and Head of the Music and Performing Arts Library at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's University Library. Her work focuses on music library management, digital collections, and the evolving role of academic libraries in the digital age. She has contributed extensively to research on music media collections, online resource utilization, and service model transitions in libraries.

Her research interests include music collection development, digital archiving strategies, and user behavior in music library contexts. Notable publications address the impact of online music delivery on academic collections and the adaptation of service models to modern needs. She has also explored the use of emerging technologies like iPads and YouTube in music education and research.

Johnson has presented on topics such as reference service transitions and observational studies of music student behavior. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for library challenges while advancing theoretical understanding of music information systems.