Yes...I used JamStudio this Spring with my HS Band class and did a composition project. They gave ma a grant for the code allowing unlimited access for the kids and mp3 saving capability.
You could teach basic music theory concepts using a couple of excellent free websites:
1. MusicTheory.net
2. Teoria.com
Since they have Macbooks, they would love to create and compose using Garage Band!
I agree with Carol below about history, b...
Yes...a Smartboard essentially turns any web or software resource for 1 computer into an immediate resource for the class! Great for visual and kinesthetic learners and allows you as the teacher to take full advantage of the huge amount of resourc...
Nice job! I really like the thematic idea of using an emotion and finding images/music to match! I did something similar using PhotoStory 3 for Windows, a free multimedia program download from Windows. It also has a built in music creator where ki...
How about using Jamstudio for creating tracks? You can use it free without saving and possibly get a grant from them. Also, Noteflight is free notation for creating and editing music.
Check these and other sites out here; http://sites.google.com/...
July 28
Fritz Benz is now a member of Music Techie Teachers