Has your music program been feeling a bit stagnant lately? Do your students need an infusion of energy and motivation?
Skip the Assigner and Share Sight Reading Builder Exercises
The importance of developing sight-reading skills as a musician is undeniable. With that comes the need for teachers to access endless amounts of sight-reading content that can quickly be placed in front of their students on a regular basis.
How to Talk and Teach About Ukraine
My first trip to Ukraine was in 1997, just after the fall of the Soviet Union. The country was buzzing with energy about its potential and finally the chance to share its culture, language, and music with the world!
SmartPicks – Perseus by Soon Hee Newbold
Perseus by Soon Hee Newbold
Ensemble type: String Orchestra
Difficulty: Grade 5
Recommended by: Giovanna Cruz, Director, Customer Services
How to Share Your SmartMusic Playlists
Last fall, we released the new Playlist feature in SmartMusic to help users save, organize, and easily access your music in My Library.
MakeMusic, Makers of SmartMusic, and Alfred Music Announces Distribution Deal with Edition Peters
February 15, 2022—Louisville, CO
MakeMusic and Alfred Music are delighted to announce that they have signed a physical and digital distribution deal with Edition Peters USA.
Introducing SmartClass: Three Game-Changers for Achieving a Better Ensemble Sound
SmartClass is an innovative and simple way to put a world-class clinician in front of your students through SmartMusic.
Hiding Student Data in Class Gradebooks—New Tool for Platform Admins
When it comes to grading and assessing your students, there may be instances where you’ll need to do so in an unbiased, anonymous manner.
Free Music Activity: Finish the Rhythm
Get back into the rhythm of the school year with this fun and free activity for your students! Great for extra credit, homework, or an in-class or remote assignment, this Finish the Rhythm activity will help your students solidify their understanding of time signatures, rhythms, and note and rest values.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast Ep. 100: Meaningful Music Creation for All Ages
In our last episode, I shared what you can expect from the podcast over the next six months: highlighting innovation in music education and creating a lifestyle that supports you in your career.