What to include:
PYP single-subject planner (editable PDF or Google Doc)
Reflection prompts for music learners
Weekly overview templates
Integration planning sample (music + homeroom)
Student goal-setting sheets
What to include:
Rhythm flashcards
Dynamics and tempo posters
Composer of the month templates
Song lyric response sheets
Listening reflection tools
Purpose: Allow students to compose, arrange, and experiment with music digitally. Encourages creativity, collaboration, and composition skills.
Chrome Music Lab
Simple, browser-based interactive music experiments (rhythm, melody, chords).
Great for younger students; integrate into transdisciplinary inquiries on patterns, sound, or technology.
Soundtrap (Spotify)
Online DAW where students can record, loop, and collaborate in real-time.
Use for group projects, cross-curricular links (e.g., storytelling with soundtracks).
Flat.io
Online music notation tool for creating, sharing, and collaborating on sheet music.
Assign composition tasks; excellent for older students to explore notation and theory.
Noteflight
Browser-based composition software with easy sharing.
Use for formative assessment by having students submit digital scores.
BandLab & BandLab for education
Free collaborative platform for music production, recording, and mixing.
Encourage peer collaboration; students can produce simple songs in any style.
Tip: Encourage students to experiment freely; digital creation allows instant playback and iteration, supporting the PYP ATL of thinking skills (creativity & reflection).
Purpose: Strengthen aural skills, rhythm recognition, and understanding of music theory concepts.
Musictheory.net
Lessons and exercises covering notation, scales, chords, and key signatures.
Perfect for flipped classroom lessons; students can learn theory at home.
TonedEar
Interactive ear-training exercises for intervals, chords, and melodies.
Use for short daily exercises; links to ATL Communication & Thinking Skills.
Tenuto (iOS)
App-based exercises for note identification, chord recognition, and rhythm.
Use on tablets during independent learning stations.
Complete Music Reading Trainer
App for sight-reading and rhythm practice.
Great for small-group or station work in PYP music classes.
Tip: Integrate theory and aural exercises into music creation projects. For example, students can compose using newly learned scales or rhythmic patterns.
Purpose: Keep students organized, motivated, and engaged, especially in larger or multi-level music classes.
ClassDojo
Track student behavior, participation, and share positive feedback with parents.
Use ATL βSelf-Management Skillsβ to encourage responsibility in practice routines.
Kahoot! / Quizizz
Gamified quizzes for music theory, instruments, composers, or history.
Engage students in fast-paced review games; ideal for formative assessment.
Padlet
Digital bulletin boards for sharing recordings, compositions, or reflections.
Great for student portfolios; encourages collaboration and reflection.
Google Classroom / Microsoft Teams
Central hub for assignments, resources, and communication.
Streamlines lesson planning and digital submission of projects.
Seesaw
Student-driven digital portfolios for videos, recordings, or compositions.
Perfect for documenting progress and reflection; supports Assessment & Reporting.
Tip: Combine engagement tools with reflection prompts to integrate Learner Profile attributes like Risk-Taker and Communicator.
Purpose: Make learning music fun, engaging, and interactive through games or digital simulations.
Chrome Music Lab: Song Maker, Rhythm
Interactive music experiments for creating simple songs or rhythms.
Great for stations, warm-ups, or cross-curricular links with math.
Synthesia
Piano learning app that gamifies sheet music through visuals.
Useful for students learning keyboard or piano; instant feedback encourages mastery.
Meludia
Online music perception and ear-training platform.
Helps students develop listening skills and musical memory in a game-like format.
Yousician
Interactive learning platform for guitar, piano, ukulele, and singing.
Supports self-paced learning; perfect for differentiation in multi-level classrooms.
Tip: Integrate interactive tools into inquiry projects. Example: students learn rhythm through Song Maker, then create a composition based on a unit theme.
Purpose: Enable students to record, edit, and share performances digitally.
Audacity
Free, open-source audio editing software for recording and editing.
Students can record performances, edit mistakes, and layer tracks.
GarageBand
Mac/iOS DAW for recording, producing, and mixing music.
Integrate technology to create original compositions; supports collaborative projects.
Soundation
Browser-based online studio for recording, sequencing, and mixing.
Useful for composing backing tracks for PYP performances.
Flipgrid (Microsoft)
Platform for recording short performance videos to share with peers or parents.
Encourages reflection and self-assessment; supports ATL Reflection Skills.
Tip: Encourage students to document their learning journey. Flipgrid + Seesaw can create a digital performance portfolio.
Purpose: Provide access to free or copyright-safe music resources for practice, listening, or composition.
Free Music Archive
Free music library for classroom use.
Assign listening tasks or use as background for student projects.
Looperman
Free loops and sample sounds for composition projects.
Students can remix or add loops to original compositions.
MuseScore
Free sheet music repository and notation software.
Students can download classical or contemporary scores to study or perform.
Classics for Kids
Introduction to classical music through stories and games.
Supports inquiry into composers, styles, and cultural context.
Tip: Use these resources to integrate cross-curricular connections with history, culture, or literacy.
Purpose: Track, evaluate, and provide feedback on student progress in music.
SmartMusic
Tracks student practice and performance; provides feedback.
Helps set individual goals; aligns with ATL Self-Management Skills.
Flat.io Assignments
Teachers assign compositions and provide feedback digitally.
Perfect for assessing creativity and understanding of notation.
MusicFirst
Online platform for music practice, assessment, and reporting.
Integrates technology with performance assessment and progress tracking.
Tip: Use digital assessment to inform instruction and celebrate student growth. Combine with reflective journals or Seesaw portfolios.
What to include:
Conceptual provocations (e.g., βHow does sound express emotion?β)
Transdisciplinary UOI lesson samples
Student-driven projects
Performance assessment rubrics
What to include:
Articles or blog posts youβve written
PD handouts or presentation slides
Favorite IB-aligned resource links
Recommended educator books, podcasts, or tools