Includes Chrome Music Lab and links to many other websites where you can experiment with melody, rhythm, and sound using unusual graphics. Try Explore first, then Create and Perform!
Some wonderful music activities. Check out Mrs. Fuld's personal favorite, the Unifix Cube Drum Machine. (Note: Unfortunately many of these activities ran using Adobe Flash, which is no longer available.)
United Kingdom-based website with links to songs from across the globe and videos of performers.
APPS The apps below are a great way to interact with melody and beat on a tablet or a phone. If no dollar amount is listed, the app is free. LOOPY--Create music by laying looped recordings of singing, beatboxing, or other sounds. $2.99 GARAGE BAND--Turns your phone or tablet into a collection of touch instruments. $4.99 MUSIC LEARNING LAB--Cute animated animal characters help students learn musical skills. Limited access free download; full version $1.99. TUNE TRAIN--Kids quickly create and edit melodies by playing a game. JAZZY WORLD TOUR--Explore the music and culture of other countries. CRAYOLA DJ--Play with tracks in different genres, including dance, pop, and hip hop. $2.99 SOUND DROP AR--Create rhythms with percussion sounds and sound effects. MELODY JAMS--Mix and match your favorite characters in fun combinations to create your own songs. $2.99 ISLE OF TUNE--Create "neighborhoods" of melody and beat. $2.99