Music

Last updated 5th August 2006

This page is divided into the following sections:

Good all-round sites
Virtual instruments
Teaching specific aspects of music

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General

musicforteachers.org - Run by Shropshire Council, this site has a lot to offer - sections on composing, performing, listening, learning, assessment, planning and resources. Highly recommended as a starting point.

North West Grid for Learning - Lesson plans and ideas for developing musical skills, knowledge and understanding.

New York Philharmonic - A brilliant site! Designed in a colourful, stimulating way, this has a treasure trove of musical goodies including a composition workshop, information about instruments with sound files, make your own instrument, composer information and games to play.

creatingmusic.com - Fantastic IWB activities including a rhythm band and musical sketch pad - both are highly recommended. You'll also find games requiring children to listen to music and changes in pitch.

playmusic.org - Learn about and listen to well-known pieces of music demonstrating the sounds of the many different instruments found in an orchestra. There are also lots of videos of young people playing instruments and some games including my favourite - the percussion face off.

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Virtual Instruments

Virtual Keyboard - Several different synthesiser modes and backing tracks available; play chords or single notes.

Virtual Drumkit - A lot of fun!

Virtual Guitar - As with the drumkit - engaging for children.

Music Creator - Use an online synthesiser to produce simple tunes.

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Specific Aspects of Music

The music house - Learn about rhythm in this easy-to-use activity from the Northumberland Grid for Learning.

Rodent Choir - Ambleside Primary School offers a great way to introduce the concept of pitch. Click on the singing mice to make them squeak!

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