Accessible Metronome Apps For Low Vision
Free accessible metronome apps for low vision and blind users that can be used for playing and practicing music, or as part of Expanded Core Curriculum-related lessons
Tag: clarinet
How I Play In GMU Green Machine/Pep Band With Low Vision
As an undergrad student at George Mason University, I was a member of the GMU Green Machine pep band and played bass clarinet in the stands for many home basketball games and other university events. Being in Green Machine introduced me to many amazing friends,…
Learning Clarinet With Low Vision
When I first started learning clarinet with low vision, I was the only visually impaired musician and only clarinet player in my elementary school band. My director (who was also a clarinet player) spent a lot of time explaining different concepts verbally, always made sure…
Concert Band and Low Vision Accommodations
Tips for musicians participating in concert band programs with visual impairment, based on my experiences as a clarinet player with low vision
Tips For Reading Music On An iPad With Low Vision
Strategies I use for reading music on an iPad, and how to set up iPad for reading digital sheet music for musicians with low vision
Assistive Technology Options For Watching The Conductor With Low Vision
Recently, I received a question from the parent of a middle school-aged musician with low vision asking about options for watching the conductor with low vision. The student said that they have trouble seeing the conductor from where their section is located, and it often…
How To Modify An Instrument Fingering Chart For Low Vision
When I was first learning to play clarinet and saxophone, my instructors would often tell me to look at the fingering chart printed in the back of the music book to figure out the proper hand positions for a note I was learning. This wasn’t…