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Free Apps |
Rhythm Trainer
Listen to a pattern. Then, see if you can notate, or write it! Chrome Music Lab
This site is full of activities that allow students to learn about and play with music. A school-wide favorite is the "Kandinsky" game (click on the icon that has a blue face, green triangle, and a couple of teal lines). This game turns drawings into music! Another favorite is the "Rhythm" game (click on the icon with the monkey playing a drum). This game helps students make their own beats based on different percussion instruments. Creating Music:
Games to promote ear training: - Pitch Game: Create a musical pattern, then see if you can pick which one you created! - Pitch&Rhythm Game: Create a musical pattern with a rhythm option, then see if you can pick which one you created! - Comparing Game: See if you can determine whether two melodies are the same or different. MusicTheory.net Note Trainer
Note-name practice. Whack-a-Note
Click the notes as fast as you can - but only the note that matches the given letter name! |
Acapella
A multi-tracking app. This allows you to record yourself performing multiple layers of the same song. You can also collaborate with others to create and perform with friends! Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WX3imwWmgmc Launchpad
This is a beat maker app that helps you create loops and beats in many different styles. Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYKGrceHjmY Piano for iPhone
A great keyboard app. This one has letter names on the keys. Sketch-a-Song Kids
A music creation app. Make music by drawing each instrument sound onto a picture. GarageBand
A music creation app. Use it to create beats, record sounds, save songs you make up, and more! Paid AppsBlob Chorus Ear Training ($0.99)
A memory game that builds pitch-matching skills. Singing Fingers ($0.99)
Painting with sound! Make a sound while you draw in the app. Run your finger back over your drawing to hear your creation. |