SmartMusic
This year in band we are very excited to be using SmartMusic! SmartMusic is an interactive music practice and assessment software program. It allows students to play their instrument while following their music on the computer screen or iPad. As they play, they can hear the rest of the band playing with them. The microphone picks up their sound and evaluates their accuracy on pitches and rhythms. This program can be used two ways - at school and at home.
At school, all students will have a free account. We have three iPads that can be used in the practice rooms in the band room. Students with a free school-only account will be able to use the practice room iPads during homeroom, after school, and occasionally during class (as time allows) to practice with. We will also use SmartMusic in school for some playing tests and assessments.
Students also have the option of purchasing a subscription to use at home. At home, they can practice much more extensively with the program. They can even submit practice time and assessments to me from home if they choose. If you purchase this on your own, the price is $40/year.
At school, all students will have a free account. We have three iPads that can be used in the practice rooms in the band room. Students with a free school-only account will be able to use the practice room iPads during homeroom, after school, and occasionally during class (as time allows) to practice with. We will also use SmartMusic in school for some playing tests and assessments.
Students also have the option of purchasing a subscription to use at home. At home, they can practice much more extensively with the program. They can even submit practice time and assessments to me from home if they choose. If you purchase this on your own, the price is $40/year.