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Practicing Musician
Provides a free, online music education platform for K-12 students, offering over 3,500 video tutorials, sheet music, and assignments across 15 instruments. Combines research-based teaching methods with live micro-tutoring to improve student engagement and accelerate musical proficiency, making it accessible for individuals, homeschoolers, and school programs.
- Content & Publishing
- Education Technology
- Software Only
Updated 7 months ago
Funding
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Problem
Traditional music education often lacks equitable access, with resources and expert instruction concentrated in affluent areas or requiring costly private lessons. Existing online resources may not comprehensively address instrumental music education, leaving gaps in structured learning and personalized feedback for students and educators.
Solution
Practicing Musician provides a free online platform designed to democratize access to high-quality instrumental music education for students and educators. The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum covering 15 instruments across band and orchestra, featuring over 3,500 video tutorials, sheet music, and assignments. By combining research-backed teaching methodologies with optional private lessons, Practicing Musician aims to accelerate musical proficiency and engagement. The platform's intuitive organization and comprehensive resources facilitate efficient and effective learning, whether for individual study, homeschool settings, or integration into school music programs.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes K-12 students, music educators, homeschool parents, and individuals seeking accessible and comprehensive instrumental music education resources.
Features
- Over 3,500 video tutorials covering 15 band and orchestra instruments
- Complete sheet music library and integrated learning management system
- Research-based teaching methods combined with up-to-date learning science
- Optional private lessons with expert teachers for personalized instruction
- Comprehensive curriculum suitable for individuals, homeschoolers, and school programs
- Intuitive organization for efficient and effective learning
- Professional development mentorship programs for educators