Music Links
MSBOA
MSBOA- Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association
Online Lessons
Music Flash Cards Online – “Music theory flash cards. Practice reading notes, key signatures, and more”
MusicTheory.net - “Music theory lessons and trainers. Practice reading notes, key signatures, and more.”
PracticeSpot - “Students can use several practice resources, practice note reading drills, and print staff paper.”
Note Reading Review
Treble Clef- http://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note/brwyyyyy
Bass Clef- http://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note/nrwyyyyy
Viola Clef- http://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note/rrwyyyyy
String Fingerings:
Violin: Fingerings / Note reading
Viola: Fingerings / Note reading
Cello: Fingerings / Note reading
Double Bass: Fingerings / Note reading
Composition:
Finale NotePad – “Download free music notation software.”
Noteflight - "Free online, no download needed music notation software"
Blank Sheet Music - "To print off manuscript paper for free"
Music Advocacy:
MENC – “The mission of MENC: The National Association for Music Education is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all.”
National Arts Education – “Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With 45 years of service, we are dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts.”
President's Committee on Arts and Humanities – “The President’s Committee believes that the arts and humanities should be part of the education of every child in America. The power of the arts and humanities to develop creativity, to close the opportunity gap and prepare all children for productive lives are essential for the future of our nation’s cultural and economic life.”
Support Music – “Music and the arts are vital to every child's education. Is your child's music program in danger of being cut? This site offers effective tips for taking action and the latest evidence of music's importance.”
Orchestra Sales and Repair:
Gary Ritter Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass Shop - South Lyon, MI "The only place you need to go to get your instrument serviced, buying a new instrument, renting, etc." Call for an appointment: 734.449.4021
Shar Music - "Large string company for sheet music and string accessories"
Wood Violins - "Check out the infamous Viper Violin. Great electric string instruments"
Lemur Bass - "Largest Bass resource in the world. Large sheet music supply for bassists"
J.W. Pepper - "For all of your sheet music needs!!!"
Luck's Music Library- "World's largest distributor of orchestral sheet music."
Music in Motion- A great site to purchase music inspired gifts.
Music Camps and Youth Orchestras:
MASTA Strings Camp - The mission of the MASTA String Camps is to extend students' musicianship and playing skills, regardless of their current performance level, in a motivating and encouraging atmosphere while also developing students socially and emotionally.
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp - "nestled in the beautiful Manistee National Forest in Michigan's western lower peninsula, is a summer music camp with art, dance, and theater programs for talented young people, who come from all parts of the country and all walks of life"
Detroit Civic Youth
Dearborn Youth Symphony
Livonia Youth Philharmonic
Oakland Youth Orchestra
Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony
String Practice and Help Links:
Violin Online: "Interactive fingerboard training!"
Violin Online: "Interactive fingerboard game"
Rhythm Game: "Rhythm pulse game"
Rhythm Basketball: "learn about rhythms and shoot some hoops"
Sight Reading: "FULL of great rhythms, note reading and sight reading for band ensemble. Can be used with strings."
Rhythm Trainer: "Listening examples to train your rhythmic skills"
Ensembles:
Detroit Symphony Orchestra - "Detroit's own..."
The Moxie Strings- "The Moxie Strings is the electrifying combination of fiddle and cello. With their feel-good melodies and foot-stomping, rock-influenced rhythms, this duo has put a fresh, enticing spin on Celtic and Americana music."
Melissa Behring Project - "Detroit's own Jazz Quartet featuring Mr. Rais on Double Bass."
Section String Quartet - "Loudest String Quartet"
Wayne State University Music Department - "Music Department, School of Music"
Apocalyptica - "4-Classically trained cellist with rock influence"
Zoe Keating - "Avant Garde Cellist"
Mona Lisa Sound - "Rock String Quartet Sheet Music from Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Hendrix and More!"
Vitamin Records - "String Quartet tributes to My Chemical Romance, System of a Down, Fall Out Boy, etc."
Finale Note Pad - "Notation Software to write your own music..."
Hilary Hahn - "The Greatest Violinist of our time"
Kevin Wilt - "Friend of Mrs. Rais' and a great composer!"
Chicago Symphony - “Chicago’s own...”
Education:
Basic Music Theory - "Basic music theory, how to read music and rhythms" Thanks to the students of Craft Central Schools.
Scales, Keys, Transposition - "The how to's of keys, scales, transposition" Thanks to the students of Craft Central Schools.
Bass Blog - “Great bass resource!”
Playing with good posture - “Enough said”
Dallas Symphony Kids - “Fun interactive information on Classical Music”
San Francisco Symphony Kids - “Fun interactive information on Classical Music and instruments”
New York Philharmonic Kids - “Fun interactive information on Classical Music and instruments, also includes fun music games!!”
Music Theory Dot Net - "Study Music Theory for free; Scales, Intervals, Ear Training etc."
Scales (Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass) - "All 1 and 2 octave scales for free!"
Strings Magazine - "Looking for reading material, updates on classical performers, string tips, etc."
Viola - "All your viola needs / great resource of information..."
Classical Composers - "Who is Bach? Who is Mascagni? Who is Beethoven? Click to find out..."
https://www.classical.com - "The Itunes for classical music"
Metronome Online - "Need a metronome to keep a beat? Here is a free one to use..."
Shadow Pickups - "Want to electrify your string instrument? use Shadow!"
Fishman Pickups - "Want to electrify your string instrument? use Fishman!"
Vandercook College of Music - “Music School for Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree.”
Leonard Slatkin - “The great maestro who visited Frost MS!.”
D'Addario Strings - "The best strings for Orchestra!"
Electric Violin Shop - "Electrify youself!"
Sandra Dackow - "Great Arrangements for Orchestra; Music and Free mp3 Recordings"
MSBOA- Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association
Online Lessons
Music Flash Cards Online – “Music theory flash cards. Practice reading notes, key signatures, and more”
MusicTheory.net - “Music theory lessons and trainers. Practice reading notes, key signatures, and more.”
PracticeSpot - “Students can use several practice resources, practice note reading drills, and print staff paper.”
Note Reading Review
Treble Clef- http://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note/brwyyyyy
Bass Clef- http://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note/nrwyyyyy
Viola Clef- http://www.musictheory.net/exercises/note/rrwyyyyy
String Fingerings:
Violin: Fingerings / Note reading
Viola: Fingerings / Note reading
Cello: Fingerings / Note reading
Double Bass: Fingerings / Note reading
Composition:
Finale NotePad – “Download free music notation software.”
Noteflight - "Free online, no download needed music notation software"
Blank Sheet Music - "To print off manuscript paper for free"
Music Advocacy:
MENC – “The mission of MENC: The National Association for Music Education is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all.”
National Arts Education – “Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. With 45 years of service, we are dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts.”
President's Committee on Arts and Humanities – “The President’s Committee believes that the arts and humanities should be part of the education of every child in America. The power of the arts and humanities to develop creativity, to close the opportunity gap and prepare all children for productive lives are essential for the future of our nation’s cultural and economic life.”
Support Music – “Music and the arts are vital to every child's education. Is your child's music program in danger of being cut? This site offers effective tips for taking action and the latest evidence of music's importance.”
Orchestra Sales and Repair:
Gary Ritter Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass Shop - South Lyon, MI "The only place you need to go to get your instrument serviced, buying a new instrument, renting, etc." Call for an appointment: 734.449.4021
Shar Music - "Large string company for sheet music and string accessories"
Wood Violins - "Check out the infamous Viper Violin. Great electric string instruments"
Lemur Bass - "Largest Bass resource in the world. Large sheet music supply for bassists"
J.W. Pepper - "For all of your sheet music needs!!!"
Luck's Music Library- "World's largest distributor of orchestral sheet music."
Music in Motion- A great site to purchase music inspired gifts.
Music Camps and Youth Orchestras:
MASTA Strings Camp - The mission of the MASTA String Camps is to extend students' musicianship and playing skills, regardless of their current performance level, in a motivating and encouraging atmosphere while also developing students socially and emotionally.
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp - "nestled in the beautiful Manistee National Forest in Michigan's western lower peninsula, is a summer music camp with art, dance, and theater programs for talented young people, who come from all parts of the country and all walks of life"
Detroit Civic Youth
Dearborn Youth Symphony
Livonia Youth Philharmonic
Oakland Youth Orchestra
Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony
String Practice and Help Links:
Violin Online: "Interactive fingerboard training!"
Violin Online: "Interactive fingerboard game"
Rhythm Game: "Rhythm pulse game"
Rhythm Basketball: "learn about rhythms and shoot some hoops"
Sight Reading: "FULL of great rhythms, note reading and sight reading for band ensemble. Can be used with strings."
Rhythm Trainer: "Listening examples to train your rhythmic skills"
Ensembles:
Detroit Symphony Orchestra - "Detroit's own..."
The Moxie Strings- "The Moxie Strings is the electrifying combination of fiddle and cello. With their feel-good melodies and foot-stomping, rock-influenced rhythms, this duo has put a fresh, enticing spin on Celtic and Americana music."
Melissa Behring Project - "Detroit's own Jazz Quartet featuring Mr. Rais on Double Bass."
Section String Quartet - "Loudest String Quartet"
Wayne State University Music Department - "Music Department, School of Music"
Apocalyptica - "4-Classically trained cellist with rock influence"
Zoe Keating - "Avant Garde Cellist"
Mona Lisa Sound - "Rock String Quartet Sheet Music from Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Hendrix and More!"
Vitamin Records - "String Quartet tributes to My Chemical Romance, System of a Down, Fall Out Boy, etc."
Finale Note Pad - "Notation Software to write your own music..."
Hilary Hahn - "The Greatest Violinist of our time"
Kevin Wilt - "Friend of Mrs. Rais' and a great composer!"
Chicago Symphony - “Chicago’s own...”
Education:
Basic Music Theory - "Basic music theory, how to read music and rhythms" Thanks to the students of Craft Central Schools.
Scales, Keys, Transposition - "The how to's of keys, scales, transposition" Thanks to the students of Craft Central Schools.
Bass Blog - “Great bass resource!”
Playing with good posture - “Enough said”
Dallas Symphony Kids - “Fun interactive information on Classical Music”
San Francisco Symphony Kids - “Fun interactive information on Classical Music and instruments”
New York Philharmonic Kids - “Fun interactive information on Classical Music and instruments, also includes fun music games!!”
Music Theory Dot Net - "Study Music Theory for free; Scales, Intervals, Ear Training etc."
Scales (Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass) - "All 1 and 2 octave scales for free!"
Strings Magazine - "Looking for reading material, updates on classical performers, string tips, etc."
Viola - "All your viola needs / great resource of information..."
Classical Composers - "Who is Bach? Who is Mascagni? Who is Beethoven? Click to find out..."
https://www.classical.com - "The Itunes for classical music"
Metronome Online - "Need a metronome to keep a beat? Here is a free one to use..."
Shadow Pickups - "Want to electrify your string instrument? use Shadow!"
Fishman Pickups - "Want to electrify your string instrument? use Fishman!"
Vandercook College of Music - “Music School for Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree.”
Leonard Slatkin - “The great maestro who visited Frost MS!.”
D'Addario Strings - "The best strings for Orchestra!"
Electric Violin Shop - "Electrify youself!"
Sandra Dackow - "Great Arrangements for Orchestra; Music and Free mp3 Recordings"