Slideshows and Itunes

I have a number of slideshows that I have made, all of which I included ITunes music. Recently I tried to make a new slideshow, but when I went to add my music the window that popped up looked different. The box now lists "Library" and all of the other Itunes folders, but won't let you click on them and view the song options that are in each folder. When I type in the song I want in the search box, it will say "1 Item" next to the box, but when I click PLAY it just plays the first song that is listed in my ITunes library. I looked this issue up in the IPhoto help box and it suggested having ITunes open at the same time but this didnt work either. Didn't know if anyone would have any suggestions...or even understand what I am talking about.
Thanks!
Jacquie

Jacquie
Have a look at this thread
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=446667&tstart=0
especially lori's screenshots of the iTunes dimple - it's easy to miss.
Regards
TD

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