Explore the sound colours of the orchestra

Select the 'Take a seat in the orchestra' option on this site (the guy with a tuba) to explore the different sections of the orchestra, with a great range of sound clips, useful facts, pictures and information.

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Guide to the orchestra

A good site for fact-finding about the instruments of the orchestra, with pictures, sound clips and text about each section. The site also includes an explanation of the science of sound - how sounds are made, and classroom experiments to explore these.

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Instrument name quiz

A fun way to check and learn the names of some instruments. Names are scrambled and players are given a clue to help them work out which instrument it could be. An 'encouragement worm' pops up from time to time to congratulate players on their successes!

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Note naming game

If you're looking for a fun way to check that pupils know which notes sit on which lines of the treble clef stave, the 'Note Name Game' is for you! Colourful, easy to use, and very appealing. Good for Wider Opportunities classes, or for groups/individuals learning to play instruments in school.

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Pitch and rhythm composition game

For children who have or are developing an understanding of rhythm and pitch notation - handy for composing short melodies online with a playback function to check how it sounds.

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