RhythmInReach is an educational music game designed to improve the rhythm reading skills of students. Developed by professional music educators, it can be used as a great tool by teachers to reinforce a musical curriculum.
RhythmInReach is unlike other "follow the beat" music games available today:
- We have no audio playback of rhythms in order to eliminate mimicking or rote learning
- We have no arrows or visual cues on when to play notes which discourage students from note reading
- We track both the "attack" and the "release" of the note, teaching students how to sustain notes for their full values, perfect for most all major instruments and voice
"...students could see their rhythmic reading improve almost instantly...I highly recommend this
application to any music teacher wishing to improve individual student's rhythm reading skills."
-Alda Wilmoth, Band Director Harlem Middle School, Harlem, Georgia
"I have been using the app with my band students and have noticed a significant increase in their
understanding of complex rhythmic patterns. The students have fun competing to get the highest
score, while practicing rhythm at the same time."
-Michael D. Carattini, Band Director, Christa
McAuliffe Middle School, Jackson, New Jersey
Please read about the sample group study here.
GAMEPLAY:
Users first select from 4 different time signatures available (2/4, 3/4, 4/4 or 6/8) and then pick a
level to play. A rhythmic pattern is then shows to be played using the touch pad. When the user is
ready to begin, an audible and visual metronome counts down and continues during gameplay. Scoring
is awarded based on accuracy and level. An error screen lets users know EXACTLY where mistakes were
made so that corrections can be made in the future.