Feb 17 2008
Music Websites
I have chosen to do a particular focus on the use of ICT in music education. I thought to begin my process of focussing on this I’d have a look at what interactive music websites are available for kids. There are many! I had a look at the curriculum support website and found a number of NSW DET supported websites. I’ve seen a number of these before and have liked what is there. I had a particularly good look at the Viva Zone website.
Musica Viva is an organisation which employs professional musicians to come and perform to children in schools. Teachers are given packs and attend workshops and then teach a unit to the children culminating in a live performance. The Viva Zone website is designed with children in mind to support teachers in this unit. It addresses all the key elements of music, pitch, tone colour, dynamics, tempo and rhythm in a child friendly way. Kids can play games and learn about real musicians.
Check it out! (Make sure you have your sound turned up!)
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