Instructional Video24:25
Curated Video

Echoing simple rhythm patterns

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can echo a rhythm in time and know that rhythm is the pattern of sounds that we play and sing. Key learning points: - We warm up before singing so that our bodies, minds and voices are ready to sing. - We can sing and...
Instructional Video26:01
Curated Video

Reading rhythms from pictures

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can use pictures to help me play a rhythm accurately. Key learning points: - We warm up before singing so that our bodies, minds and voices are ready to sing. - We play instruments on the beat and to the rhythm as we...
Instructional Video35:45
Curated Video

Feeling the pulse and playing the beat

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can play a steady beat on my instrument as we sing. Key learning points: - We warm up before singing so that our bodies, minds and voices are ready to sing. - We can sing and move in time to the music and know that pulse...
Instructional Video2:31
Great Big Story

The Cymbal Master Crafting the Perfect Sound

12th - Higher Ed
Explore the world of symbol making and its rich legacy in music. Meet Paul Francis, a symbol maker for Avedis Zildjian Cymbal Company, creating iconic symbols for top drummers.
Instructional Video3:11
Great Big Story

The World’s Largest Wurlitzer Organ Is in This Pizza Shop

12th - Higher Ed
Step back in time and experience the nostalgic charm of Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona. Meet Brett Valliant, the talented organist, as he takes you on a journey through the history and unique atmosphere of this extraordinary...
Instructional Video2:31
Great Big Story

The Cymbal Master Crafting the Perfect Sound

12th - Higher Ed
Explore the world of symbol making and its rich legacy in music. Meet Paul Francis, a symbol maker for Avedis Zildjian Cymbal Company, creating iconic symbols for top drummers.
Instructional Video
Other

Chandrakantha & David's Homepage: Daf (Indian Framedrum)

9th - 10th
Contains information about the percussion instruments used by the American Indians.
Audio
BBC

Bbc Orchestra Guide: Percussion Tuned Instruments

3rd - 8th
Presented by the BBC, this page features tuned percussion instruments such as the xylophone, marimba and glockenspiel. You can read a brief description of these instruments, listen to various samples and read an interview of a...
Audio
BBC

Bbc Orchestra Guide: Percussion Untuned Instruments

3rd - 8th
Presented by the BBC, this page features untuned percussion instruments such as the bass drum, cymbals, snare drum, bongos and tam tam. You can read a brief description of these instruments, listen to various samples and read an...