A series of iPad projects for the music classroom by Cheryl Burgemeister.

Suitable for students in middle to upper primary.

Are you teaching with iPads in the music classroom?  Signature Ringtones contains 4 sequential iPad projects (each taking 1-2 lessons) using the apps Explain Everything and GarageBand.

This eBook includes downloadable clipart images, charts, handouts and printables, audio files to play, and simple step-by-step visual instructions. Everything you need to teach an exciting unit of inquiry using iPads! Assessment and planning documents are included for Australian Curriculum, AusVels and IB PYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program).

Detailed description

The 4 projects include:
Pitch Maps – drawing and recording in Explain Everything.
Melodic Rhythms – composing and then recording untuned and tuned percussion instruments in Explain Everything.
Ringtones – playing, recording, arranging and producing in GarageBand.
Digital Portfolios – Putting it all together in Explain Everything.

These projects are easy, fun and engaging! A great way for your students to explore and manipulate educational music apps.

Product samples

Several samples and screenshots of the book are available in the iBooks store!