Elementary Music Classroom – Links

Elementary Music Classroom Resources

(Most of these are included elsewhere, but compiled here.)

•  Music in Motion: http://www.musicmotion.com
  • This is where the theory posters with the toucans are found!
• Enchanted Learning: http://www.enchantedlearning.com/Home.html
  • Resources for general education as well as music. Including diagrams!
• Susan Paradis, piano resources: http://www.susanparadis.com/
  • She has some good note reading exercises and games that can apply to more than just piano.
• Kodály Music Institute of California:
  • • http://www.kodaly.org.au/resources.php
    • Includes flash cards, activities, diagrams, and more!
• Teachers Pay Teachers: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/
  • Resources, games, printables, downloads, etc. Many free!
  • Made BY teachers, FOR teachers!
• Classics for Kids: http://classicsforkids.com/
  • An excellent website with lessons, audio clips, audio lessons, and other resources.
  • Hillsborough County’s Lesson Database
  • • http://www.sdhc.k12.fl.us/instruction/curriculum/
  • G Major Music Theory: http://www.gmajormusictheory.org/index.html
    • Includes flash cards and theory lessons.
• • Opus Music Worksheets: http://www.opusmusicworksheets.com
    • Cute and simple worksheets for children and for self-teaching. Good for private lesson teachers as well.
  • Making Music Fun: http://www.makingmusicfun.net/
    • One of my favorite sites! Many items useful for teaching in the classroom, private lessons, or even with your kids at home. Sheet music, worksheets, games, and more!
  • Songs for Teaching: http://www.songsforteaching.com/index.html
  • Listening Adventures: http://listeningadventures.org
    • Designed for elementary students, there’s a feature on Benjamin Britten’s “Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra” as well as a feature on Dvorak’s “From the New World” Symphony.
  • Mama Lisa: http://www.mamalisa.com/
    • Children’s songs from all over the world.
  • Ichigo’s Video Game and Anime Sheet Music: http://ichigos.com//
  • Music Ace: http://www.harmonicvision.com/
  • Children’s Music Workshop: http://www.childrensmusicworkshop.com/instruments/violin/howtotunetheviolin.html
  • Music Treasureshttp://www.musictreasures.com/
  • J.W. Pepper http://www.jwpepper.com/sheet-music/welcome.jsp Music and gifts
  • Practice Spot: http://www.practicespot.com/home.php
    • Ideas and resources to help you create great music lessons.
  • West Music: http://www.westmusic.com/
    • Resources, games, and teaching aids. Also merchandise, CDs, etc.
  • The Teacher’s Corner: http://lesson-plans.theteacherscorner.net/music/
    • Includes lesson plans!
  • Pfeiffer House Music: Includes curriculum and other resources.
  • Music K-8: Resources for your elementary and middle school classes.
    • Includes their magazine with seasonal songs.
  • Pearson Education – http://www.pearsonschool.com
  • Instrument Sound Clips: http://www.beginband.com/sndclips.shtml
  • Enchanted Learning” http://www.enchantedlearning.com/music/theory/
    • Printed theory charts, worksheets, and games.
  • Artie Almeida: http://www.artiealmeida.com/
    • Tons of teacher resources and lesson plans. Many of them have to be purchased but I will try to see if I can find one that is free to share with you.