Aura Lee with a Twist
Compose an original melody for the second half of Aura Lee while maintaining consistent note durations.
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Notating in Flat - a practice activity
Master the basics of digital music notation by building simple, steady rhythms on a cowbell track.
By Jennifer Jenkins
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- Grades
- 4 to 6
- Subjects
- Music technology
- Type
- Score template
From Flat for Education team
What students learn, and why they love it
Students learn the fundamental mechanics of digital notation software. By interacting with a single, non-pitched instrument track, they focus entirely on understanding rhythmic values and editor navigation without the added complexity of melody. The immediate audio feedback makes clicking and placing notes instantly satisfying, turning software onboarding into a low-stakes, interactive game.
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Why teachers should try it with their class
Locked starting point
Students build on your notes without changing them.
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Real-time feedback
Add comments as students compose
Hear every idea
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Who wrote this activity
Jennifer Jenkins
25+ years teaching choral & general music - and a soprano still getting over her fear of karaoke.
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