Year 2000 Instructional software has changed. Several hundred software titles have been developed specifically to teach music to learners of all ages. Software content ranges from basic music fundamentals such as note-names, to composer biographies, to instruments of the orchestra, to harmonic analysis, to instrument fingerings or to intonation training. Music programs are designed with specific interactive styles and teaching methods. Teachers should consider the interactive format as part of their software selection criteria.
More advanced programs combine several approaches.
Software must be colorful, fast-moving and randomized for repeated usage. Better software will have multiple levels or sections for expanding the use of the program to a larger student population. All assist students in perfecting the performance skills. A growing number of music games have emerged on the software market the last few years. This area is very attractive to students and parents, alike.