Currently have 10.4 but want to install snow leopard....quick question!!!

hey guys, i just have a quick question about my itunes
i have my music arranged by date added, which is very important
this is how i have it:
what i want to know is: is there a way to install the new OS, and somehow keep the music in the order that it is right now?
thanks a lot!!!! ----arthur

You'll probably get more help at the iTunes forum.
http://discussions.apple.com/forum.jspa?forumID=789

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