Everything you need to teach music lessons on iPad

Ten curated tools, ready-to-use lesson templates and short video guides — built so every Forte teacher can run engaging, consistent lessons with confidence.

Browse tools How it works

Phase 1 · Core tools

Pick a tool

Each guide covers what the tool is, why it works for young learners, a sample lesson, and iPad-specific setup notes. Start with one this week.

YouTube

Backing tracks and inspiration for any lesson.

WebAge 6+Free

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musictheory.net

Interactive theory drills that work great as warm-ups.

WebAge 6+Free

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GarageBand

Record lessons and let students compose on iPad.

iPad nativeAge 6+Free

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Songsterr

Tab-based song learning for beginners and up.

Web / AppAge 8+Freemium

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MuseScore

Notation and score browsing for reading practice.

Web / AppAge 8+Freemium

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Chrome Music Lab

Playful rhythm and melody experiments.

WebAge 6+Free

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Simply Piano / Flowkey

Guided self-practice for students at home.

iPad appsAge 6–10Subscription

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Tenuto

Structured theory and ear-training drills.

iPad appAge 8+Paid

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Metronome Plus

Tempo and rhythm support for any instrument.

WebAge 6+Free

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Incredibox

Beat-making and rhythm play that hooks learners.

Web / AppAge 6+Paid

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The rollout

What’s here now — and what’s coming

We’re building this hub with you, in phases. Phase 1 (tool guides) is live. More lands over the coming weeks.

Live now

Tool guides

iPad-ready walkthroughs for 10 core tools, each with a sample lesson idea.

Coming · Phase 2

Lesson templates

Ready-to-use lesson structures with timing, materials and reflection prompts.

Coming · Phase 3

Video tutorials

Short 2–3 minute screen-recorded walkthroughs for the key tools.

Coming · Phase 4

Staff spotlight

Share your favourite lesson ideas and get featured. Submission form coming soon.