1. MusicReader Solo Pro and Basic
(Computer Software/Music Notation)

The MusicReader Solo Pro is a software based music presentation system for Windows based computers. In a similar style to the hardware based MusicPad Pro the MusicReader provides any user with a Win

2. Do Free Unlimited Music Download Sites Really Exist?
(Teacher Resources/Audio Video)

Everyone likes getting something for free, and the allure of finding free, legal music downloads is very powerful.  Unfortunately the vast majority of sites that promise unlimited music dow

3. Free Christmas Sheet Music
(Archived/Teacher Resources/Sheet Music)

I have added several new zip files containing the parts, score, and Sibelius source documents to the web site.  The list of free, public domain arrangements now includes: We Wish You A

4. SmartMusic Master Educators Share Their Secrets
(Teacher Resources/Computers)

Since SmartMusic was first introduced there has been a three way division within the music education community.  First come music teachers that shun the idea of using such technology as bein

5. Music Quality of MP3 Recordings Can Have Negative Effect On Emotional Impact
(Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

Those that say that MP3 recordings of music have no soul may be more correct than they realize.  One of the things that makes music memorable is the emotional impact that it can have on a human

6. John Cage and Experimental Music
(Teacher Resources/Music History)

John Cage broke the mold on what was considered to be music. His compositions using non-musical items led many to argue that his idea of music was not music at all.   John Cage

7. Mendellsohn Wedding March- Free Sheet Music
(Teacher Resources/Sheet Music)

...mbone, and tuba.  In 1842 the famous Shakespear play A Midsummer Night's Dream premiered with music composed by Felix Mendellsohn.  One of the most famous pieces from this play was the...

8. How To Download Music To An MP3 Player
(Teacher Resources/Computers)

The method used to download music to an MP3 player varies according to the type of MP3 player and the software installed on the computer being used as the host. For PC based MP3 players there ar

9. Music Notation and The Birth of Rhythmic Notation
(Teacher Resources/Music History)

The origins of music notation and the concept of the duration of a musical note are rooted in the first tribal dances thousands of years ago.  It is only recently that music notation evolved to

10. The Master Key of Music For Piano
(Teacher Resources/Curriculum)

Hundreds of years ago the idea of standardized musical notation probably seemed quite confusing, especially to those not educated in the musical arts. Today we barely give music notation and the str

11. How to Download Music to CD
(Teacher Resources/Audio Video)

Downloading music to a CD for use in a car or personal CD player requires only a few easy steps and is well within the abilities of almost any computer user.  Most users already own the compo

12. Chad Criswell Biography
(Static Content)

Chad Criswell is an eleven year veteran music educator, residing in central Iowa.  He has taught all levels of music instruction, including nine years teaching high school band before recently

13. Chad Criswell Biography
(Static Content)

Chad Criswell is an eleven year veteran music educator, residing in central Iowa.  He has taught all levels of music instruction, including nine years teaching high school band before recently

14. Where To Download Free Karaoke Songs
(Teacher Resources/Computers)

Looking for a place to download free karaoke songs?  This article discusses ways to find the music you want on the Internet and also provides a way to make karaoke songs using music you already o

15. Free Christmas Sheet Music Available For Download
(Archived/Teacher Resources/Sheet Music)

...d in the public domain.  Feel free to use them as you see fit. You can access this free sheet music by going to the Downloads section of this web site or by clicking here.  ...

16. Folk Music Preservation
(Teacher Resources/Music History)

Folk music is more to a society than just the music that our grandfather used to listen to.  It is a part of our history and our musical heritage that deserves to be preserved for future gene

17. Electronic Pet Peeves
(Archived/Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

Once again I am off the topic of music, but I have to rant a bit on this. As an Internet based publisher I am constantly aware of the fact that you have a higher chance of being successful if you h

18. The Story of Pomp and Circumstance
(Teacher Resources/Music History)

The music of Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance is a staple of American graduation ceremonies. From its permiere the march received acclaim and admiration. It was only a matter of time before the musi

19. Finale 2009 To Be Released Tomorrow
(Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

I am a big fan of both Sibelius and Finale and have done reviews on them here at MusicEdMagic in the past.  I recently received word that the newest version of Finale, Finale 2009 , is being

20. How To Download Music To MP3 Players Using MS Media Player
(Teacher Resources/Computers)

...tly with the sync capability of Microsoft's Media Player software to allow a user to upload and manage music and other media files on the device. When used with an MP3 player set to MTP mode Media...

21. The Habits of Musicianship- Initial Reactions
(Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

...tional method books that have been used in our classes for decades.   What is making The Habits Of Musicianship generate such a buzz?  Maybe it is because many of the premises behind it m...

22. Hearing Loss In Children From iPods and Other Environmental Factors
(Teacher Resources/Music in General)

...eenager's hearing is often a secondary concern.  Since a parent cannot normally tell how loud the music on their child's iPod is, it never occurs to them to check it out.  In truth, many ...

23. Think Your Kids Have Discipline Problems? Try These Instead!
(Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

As music educators (and educators in general) we will all complain about discipline issues in our classes.  Perhaps there is one student that just drives you nuts, or one that spends more time

24. Musical Oddities and Strange Songs
(Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

If you enjoy hearing about strange and interesting new pieces of music read on to find out about the latest piece discovered on YouTube by Professor Joe Pisano.   Windows Sounds Seq

25. Buying A Musical Instrument On Ebay
(Teacher Resources/Playing an Instrument)

...on sites.   Buying An Instrument On eBay  When doing a search on eBay for a musical instrument there are several very important things to consider.  First among them ...

26. Etiquette and School Concerts
(Teacher Resources/Class Management)

...; The rules of good concert etiquette are relatively easy to follow and should be taught in every school music classroom.  Consider the following list of rules and pass them on to other students ...

27. Batteries Recharged and Ready To Go
(Blogs/Tales From The Podium)

I spent the last several days attending the 2008 Music Educators National Conference (MENC) conference in Milwaukee.  I had been looking forward to the trip for several months, and as conferenc

28. Podcast Safe Music
(Archived/Teacher Resources/Audio Video)

Podcasting is the new thing in broadcasting nowadays. Practically anyone can create his own podcast and make himself known to the world.

29. Link To Us
(Static Content)

How Exchanging Links With MusicEdMagic Can Help Your Site: On MusicEdMagic we use a special indexed content system that scans the articles for specific keywords.  If you are given a bo

30. Gran Partita K 361
(Teacher Resources/Curriculum)

...facsimiles of the original manuscripts from Mozart's hand.  Now anyone can own this little piece of music history either as a study aid or as a gift for a true music connoisseur.  With a...