Just what it says, a superb guide to the instruments of an orchestra from the BBC. Each instrument is featured with audio files. There are interviews with instrumentalists and the conductor.
If you are 13 to 19 and into art, fashion, music, games, writing, film and dance have a go at sharing your creations with the world or look at what other young people have produced on this BBC site.
A lovely site which is designed to help children learn about classical music. It can help teachers use classical music in the classroom. It has audio files, information on composers and tips for parents on helping children get started with music lessons.
Download this free open source software for recording and editing sounds. It is useful for recording sounds including speech for use on an interactive whiteboard.
Tales from the Glovebox was created to foster a love of reading and an appreciation for stories and books in the nations' children.This initiative supports Art, Music, Literacy, and ICT.
Download free songs with either full vocals or backing tracks from the fabulous Sing Up website which has popular music for children. Search the song database. Play each song on the website or download as MP3 files as well as the lyrics. Works well on IWB
A fantastic website to learn about instruments of an orchestra. It has been designed especially for children and young people. Members of the orchestra talk about their work. Learn about each instrument and where it fits in to the orchestra.
A fun music site for children and teachers from the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. It has information about instruments, the orchestra, composers and interactive musical activities. There is a great listening library.
An interactive resource designed for Scottish students taking music exams but equally useful to students elsewhere. It can help students improve their musical knowledge and listening skills. It includes an audio dictionary of musical concepts.
This BBC site is a music, singing and performance resource for children aged 9 to 12 based on the story of the Trojan War. Presented by David Grant. It has the narrated story of Helen of Troy and the Wooden Horse.