Jamglue

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 * Jamglue** is a web-based application for creating audio mixes or remixes of existing audio tracks.

__Key Features__ **  a.   Mixer interface to pull together multiple sound files with point and click editing  b.   Allows you to upload audio, both pre-recorded and original  c.   Searchable library of previously submitted material for use  d.   Powerful mixing tools allow you to sync tracks to a given tempo  e.   Online tutorial of all mixer features  f.   Mixes are submitted online for others to view and access  g.   Tools to embed mixes in blogs or social network sites

__Strengths:__ -No need to create an account to tryout features -Free sign-up -Easy to access tools and tutorials -Huge existing library of audio clips and mixes -Popular songs on board -User can upload their own songs or audio clips to remix -Search functions include parameters for tempo and style as well as title or tag search -Preview audio before adding to your misx

-Some edit tools difficult to use because of the low resolution of waveforms in the edit windows -Somewhat large learning curve. It takes time to learn all the functions. -Some audio clips are not usable because of formatting errors and incompatibility -Size of audio samples not apparent in the preview screen - slow downloads of large files. -No music notation or theory employed - limited value to music education since all audio manipulation is dome on waveforms (although non-music educators may see that as a strength). -Limited range of musical style, mostly focusing on urban pop and techno.
 * __Weaknesses:__**

-**Can network with others through Discussion Board and share mixes and ideas. -Mixes can be burned to CDs or embedded in other media -Encourage collaboration between artists and fans -Regular contests and events to motivate users -Creative Commons Licensing allows users to get credit for their work even as they share it -Allows students to be creative in an area they might be passionate about. -This is a project that is easy to be successful at. There may not be a right or wrong way to remix a song.
 * __Opportunities:__

-Needs close teacher supervision, no filtering of offensive lyrics and all music not appropriate. -There are many effects that can be added that resemble guns. -Copyright infringement issues are the responsibility of the user - it would be easy for a student to upload illegal material, and the first warning would be when the copyright owner filed a complaint or issued a lawsuit. That makes it imperative to teach students about copyright issues with pre-recorded material -Need to be careful with your students networking with other "remixers" - ensure they don't share full names or personal information.
 * __Threats:__**

**__Ideas for the classroom:__** -Can have students look at the musical vocabulary term presented in using this program (mute, solo, bpm (tempo) etc.) -Can have students upload a concert band song you are doing and create (compose) their own remix. -A good site to use when talking about form and structure. -Create mixes to embed in a website or presentation -Music appreciation students can get hands-on experience with the creative process without needing prior knowledge of compostion or arranging.