The New York Philharmonic Kids Zone
A really fun site with games, information on
composers, descriptions of
instruments, and a composition workshop where you
can compose your own music.
The New York Philharmonic Kids Zone
Classics for Kids
Interactive, multi-media web site for children. You
can
learn about composers and listen to their music.
You can also listen to the
sounds of many different instruments. There are
lots of fun musical games to
play.
Classics for Kids
Finale Notepad
Inexpensive music notation software-a great way to get started composing! This
is a "mini" version of the same software professionals use. You can write,
listen to, and print your
own music. Ask your parent's permission before you
ever download anything!
Finale Notepad
San Francisco Symphony's SFSKids
This site is similar to the New York Philharmonic's
site. There is a music lab and a composerizer
where you can write your own music. You can also
listen to the instruments of the orchestra.
San Francisco Symphony's SFSKids
Violin Masterclass
This site has Quick Time movies to demonstrate
various techniques on the violin. There are movies
to demonstrate proper playing position, shifting,
and vibrato.
Violin Masterclass
Music Notes' Music Theory
Every musician needs to know the basics of music
theory. Here you can learn about note reading,
intervals, scales, and much more. There are games
to play, a glossary of musical terms, and
information about the instruments of the orchestra.
Music Notes' Music Theory
Play Music
This is a fun place to compose music, experiment
with music, create your own rhythm band, or have
fun with music puzzles and games. You can even take
a seat in a virtual orchestra.
Play Music
Ear Trainer
On-line ear training for beginners through advanced
musicians.
Ear Trainer