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The site for a music making toolkit being developed for GCSE and A-level students, using images and sounds from the Antarctic to stimulate composition.

A wealth of information on music in education and music schools (for a US audience). While a large portion of the information is relevant only to American users, the articles, links (under "Music Advocacy") and online shops have international relevance. (DP, January 2003)

A non-profit organization promoting the interdisciplinary use of popular music in education. (DP, January 2003)

A site selling a variety of orginal children's music. Includes the CD for the popular songstory "RAMO the Elephant."

Using music to promote learning a site pack with song lyrics and recordings to inspire classroom singing in a range of subjects.
Central to the site is an index of song lyrics, many of which are attached to recorded extracts. Songs are categorized by subject and purpose (for example, music for learning about science, songs for physical movement, different kinds of mood music, and a section entitled “cheers, chants, raps, and poetry.” The site includes a set of links and articles on using music and singing with children.
(October 2002, DP)

Entertaining high quality popular music CDs for children aged 4-10 are on sale here. The songs are in a variety of styles, ranging from folk to rock to classical, and each CD is accompanied by a full-colour booklet by UK illustrator Korky Paul. The catalogue of CDs is growing and the music is guaranteed not to drive parents crazy!

Site of the month 03/03
Set up throught the Arts Council of England in 1999, Youth Music is a leading music charity for young people. Working from the notion that "music-making is a fundamental right for all children and young people," Youth Music provides music-making opportunities for people up to the age of 18, particularly those living in areas of social and economic need. The appealing site is packed with information on news, events, networking opportunities, and an interactive section containing music samples of different popular styles and a colourful, high-quality screensaver to download!
(02/03 DP).