teaching resources Archives – iPad Music: E-Learning Courses & Resources

03/01/201908/11/2019

iClass: New 2019 – iPad Music – Resource

Music Hands is proud to release iClassical. A piece designed specifically for iPad.

iClassical Vol. 1 is the first in a series of courses exploring the creation of Classical themed music on the iPad using the music app GarageBand.

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28/04/201721/01/2020

iClass: iPad Music Lesson

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25/01/201921/01/2020

Free Resource: iBand lesson

Music Hands iBand

What is an iBand?

iBand is the very cool name given to an iPad music ensemble. A software instrument ensemble played exclusively on the iPad. Keep reading, because in this post we will show you how to create your very own iBand!

Take a moment to search this term on Youtube. You will find a range of different bands, lessons and groups, playing cover songs or original music.

As an educator there’s something to learn from each video. We have a range of iBand performances available to view on our Youtube channel

11/01/201921/01/2020

iClass: iPad Music – Hub

Links to useful iPad music related content Jan 2019

iPad Music Hub

This space is for you, if you want to use the iPad as a music tool. In other words, whenever you jump online and search iPad Music, we hope that our iClass will provide what you need.

iClass, how should I use it? I hear you say!

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20/03/201821/01/2020

iClass: iPads in the Music Classroom

ipad music lesson

iPad music is a growing field of study within the UK school system. Classroom teachers are incorporating iPad music lessons as part of curricular music provision. Will quality iPad music resources soon be in high demand? We’ve created one such resource for those interested in iPad music making!

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21/02/201821/01/2020

News: iPad Music – iOS Composition Competition

Music Hands are pleased to announce the winner of our latest iPad music composition competition!

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28/04/201721/01/2020

News: iPad Music Performance – Garageband vs Samba Band

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20/03/201721/01/2020

HOW TO PLAY: ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling’

Learn to play “Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake. Music Hands created this short series. We have broken the song into bitesize chunks, making it even easier to recreate with your students. Each episode studies one part of the song’s form. When you have completed the series you will be able to play the full arrangement and Garageband like a boss!

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20/03/201721/01/2020

How to Play: ‘Thinking Out Loud’ by Ed Sheeran

How to Play – ‘Thinking Out Loud’ by Ed Sheeran – Garageband iPad.

Ed Sheeran is one of the biggest pop stars of Generation Y. He has an impressive catalogue of top tracks. We have translated his famous song, ‘Thinking Out Loud’ for Garageband on the iPad. Learn how to play the entire song using the iPad’s virtual instruments.

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