Explore the ways in which humans create and respond to rhythm. Examine how rhythm is present in our bodies and the world around us and create syncopated and non-syncopated rhythms. Details »
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Discover how musical rhythm can manifest itself in the environment. Create rhythmic patterns using sounds found in nature with this online interactive. Details »
Explore music frequency and how it manifests in the sounds around us. Change the frequency balance in common sounds, such as the sound of a rooster, ferry, lion and laughter, and note the effects the changes have on the sounds. Details »
Discover the basics of chord structure and harmony. Examine common chord structures and create your own chord progressions with this online interactive. Details »
Glimpse how nanoparticles affect the way light passes through transparent and translucent substances. See how nanoscience can be used to create beautiful stained glass or more effective sunscreens. Details »
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Create a musical instrument and learn about rhythm, sound, how music affects mood and the role it plays in our lives.
