Resources
AAPS Student Resources/Student Accounts Available
Noteflight Cloud-based music notation software that allows students to compose, transcribe and notate using standard music notation.. Each student account allows for independent work that is saved for the duration of their time in AAPS, as well as collaboration.
Soundtrap Cloud-based music recording software, that includes a library of sounds, loops and beats. Students can explore their extensive collection to create their own compositions as well as collaborate with others to compose.
Upbeat Music Cloud-based music & video performance recording software. Students record individually to a backing track to then be stiched together with others for a virtual group performance. The end-result mimics a group performance for virtual learning settings.
Music Reading Support Resources
For music reading tutorials and practice exercises
Set up practice sessions by going to:
Exercises
Note Identification
Adjust Settings(“gear” at top right)
Clef
Range
Key Signature
Helpers (names of lines & spaces)
Accidentals (Off or On)
"Sight reading" is a skill that allows one to read and perform (music) at sight, without preparation. Sight Reading Factory provides several free practice examples per day.
Music History/Culture
This Day In Music Music trivia for each day of the calendar year.
Smithsonian Music Smithsonian Folkways Recordings is the nonprofit record label of the Smithsonian that is dedicated to supporting cultural diversity and increased understanding among peoples through the documentation, preservation, and dissemination of sound.
Strings Magazine A monthly magazine that covers the personalities, music, history, instruments, bows, and lessons that matter most to players of violin, viola, cello, bass
Musician of the Month The goal of the Musician of the Month listening curriculum is to inspire all students to be life-long, active music-makers through featuring diverse musicians who act as musical role models.
Music Map The Genealogy and History of Popular Music Genres from Origin till Present (1870-2016)
Radio Garden listen to the radio anywhere in the world!
String Technique Development Resources
original teaching materials developed by veteran teacher, Gabe Villasurda, designed to elevate the technical and musical skills of young string players and the pedagogical potential of string music educators
A resource for teachers and string students with detailed information and videos on how to move the body properly when playing a stringed instrument
Live Music Opportunities
Housed on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, UMS is one of the oldest performing arts presenters in the country, committed to connecting audiences with performing artists from around the world in uncommon and engaging experiences.
Ann Arbor Symphony Ann Arbor's premier source for live classical music with concerts and programs for music lovers of all ages
University of Michigan School of Music, Theater & Dance
join email list to receive up to date information on many free concerts by students and faculty of the world-renowned UofM School of Music Theater and Dance.