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Switch-Users and the Music Teacher

Many disabled pupils, unable to make music in any other way, can participate in a musical performance if they have switch access. In the music classroom, switch systems may be used in two ways: they are communication aids, used as controllers for speech synthesisers, text writers, etc., and also serve as virtual musical instruments, controlling various sound-making devices. It is important that, when used as virtual instruments, they should be treated in the same way as any other musical instrument.
This leaflet will assist teachers in using the switch system as an integrated resource for classroom music-making. 

(UK Curriculum Online registered product)


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Music Technology & Curriculum Access 

ISBN: 0 954216 0 6                            
Author:
Audrey Podmore

Description: Describes the author's personal research into ways in which music technology can improve access to music education for all, particularly for pupils with disabilities.

Contents are listed by paragraph headings and it is fully indexed. Reader's may, for example, search for all examples of of the use of technology to support singing or for National Curriculum references. 

Format
Book
Price £9.95

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Custom Resource CDs for GridPlay 

Description: GridPlay is inclusive software for creative music-making and learning. In one, very modestly-priced package, The Full Pitcher makes available a range of virtual instruments which can be played with a mouse or trackball, pre-recorded accompaniments and mix 'n' match tracks, along with a comprehensive suggestions for creative activity by individuals or groups and ways of integrating the software with acoustic resources. Using this software with a mouse or trackball, many people with special needs have been able to participate in performances with friends playing acoustic instruments. In addition, we will customise grids purchased from The Full Pitcher to the needs of particular special needs users. 

Format CD Rom
GridPlay Levels 1+2: Price £
32 per volume
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GridPlay: Resources for Carers/Teachers
Prepared to order: Price £49
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