How to read and identify the pitch of the notes in the treble clef. Some people rely on reading the patterns of notes ascending or descending and on reading notes that are next to each other or leaping.This video explains how to read the...

We introduce you to Reckless Eric. Who is Reckless Eric? He’s the guy who helps you remember to which notes stringed instruments are tuned. Do you ever have trouble remembering which notes the strings are tuned to on the guitar, the bass...

This famous work was hardly played between the death of Pachelbel and a revival of the piece during the 1960’s, since when it has been performed throughout the world in many contexts and new arrangements. This music appreciation lesson...

Get better at sight reading with these expert tips and techniques, suitable for candidates preparing for ABRSM exams. How good are you at Sight Reading? It’s an area that many musicians worry about. In music exams, quite often it turns...

The standard orchestra did not become established until the Classical period but the Baroque orchestra was well under development and this video explores how the orchestra got underway during the Baroque period in Italy, France and...

Getting scary music ready for Halloween? Mr. Henry puts the music spotlight on What Makes Music Sound Scary? Learning about how certain chords create scary sounding music. You can even take the listening quiz to check up on your aural...

Strings on the violin are made out of what? Gross! Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite teach us all about the string family. There are many strings instruments but we focus on the instruments typically found in the orchestra like the violin, viola,...

Playing a musical instrument is one of the best things you can do to exercise your mind and improve your overall mental state. Playing an instrument is very different from listening to music. Listening to pleasant...

Dive into the world of futuristic musical instruments where traditional boundaries are redefined. Explore the 3DVarius, an electric violin crafted through 3D printing, and the Dualo, an intuitive synthesizer that makes learning music...

Fun 3D animated learning episodes to support the early years development areas of Expressive Arts & Design. Ronnie Rock is a Super Geek Hero on a mission to learn! Ronnie sings about his favourite musical instruments by playing them one...

A fun 3D animated learning episode to support the early years development area of Expressive Arts and Design. Ronnie Rock is a Super Geek Hero on a mission to learn. In this mission he sings about his favourite musical instruments by...

Meet Gaelynn Lea, a violinist who redefines music through her unique playing style and use of a looping pedal, proving the power of inclusivity in the arts.<br/>

Meet Gaelynn Lea, a violinist who redefines music through her unique playing style and use of a looping pedal, proving the power of inclusivity in the arts.

We trace the origins of Opera from the Camerata in Italy in the late 1500’s through the early efforts of Peri and Caccini, through to Monteverdi and onwards to Caccini, to Lully in France, to Handel in England, and back to Pergolesi in...

Written in 1886, the Carnival of the Animals is a humorous piece by french composer Camille Saint-saens. The piece is made up of 14 different movements which represent different animals, however this video focuses specifically on the...

Written in 1886, the Carnival of the Animals is a humorous piece by french composer Camille Saint-saens. The piece is made up of 14 different movements which represent different animals, however this video focuses specifically on the...

Written in 1886, the Carnival of the Animals is a humorous piece by french composer Camille Saint-saens. The piece is made up of 14 different movements which represent different animals, however this video focuses specifically on the...

MOT 1920s: RADIO: Unidentified male behind microphone (most likely introducing the band) then walking away, band playing BG, PAN Unidentified Jazz band playing music, one male standing plucking violin w/ fingers (note SOT is not this band).

In this video, musician Ben Lee breaks his own Guinness World Record for the fastest electric violinist. He plays Rimsky-Korsakov's "The Flight of the Bumblebee" at an incredible speed, hitting every note perfectly. Use to discuss music...

Learning to play an instrument is not only fun but also helps build confidence, discipline, and important skills. Some great beginner instruments include the piano, guitar, ukulele, violin, flute, saxophone, and drums, each offering...

What is the difference between rhythm, tempo and pulse? This rhythm lesson looks at these three elements separately and will help you to build a steady pulse and slow, medium and fast tempi. It then moves on to counting and clapping some...

Practice clapping rhythms in compound time. Learn how to breakdown various compound time rhythms that include duplets and how to count them correctly in 6/8, 6/4, 9/8, 12/16 and 12/8 time. This rhythm lesson breaks down the rhythms...

A detailed look at the cello and how best to write for it. The Cello is one of the most expressive and versatile instruments in the orchestra and this orchestration video illustrates the various dimensions of Cello capability across a...

Written in 1886, the Carnival of the Animals is a humorous piece by french composer Camille Saint-saens. The piece is made up of 14 different movements which represent different animals, however this video focuses specifically on the...