Cupcake Melodies: Beginner Playbacks (2nds & Repeated Notes)
by 88keys4music © 2025
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Price: $4.5 USD
Subjects: music,musicPiano,musicElementarySkills
Grades: 14,13,1,2
Description
Get started on beginner ear-training skills with this delicious melody playback game! The cupcake on the keys shows which black key to begin with. Students click the large sound button to hear the melody fragment, then play back what they hear on their piano. They may listen and play as many times as they wish. When they are satisfied that they have successfully copied the sound, they will click the Next button to advance to the next card. BONUS: on-screen black keys are pitch buttons so this game can also be played away from the piano. Great for preschoolers and new beginners, even those who may not know their right/left hands or be fully confident with finger numbers. All melodies use only 2nds and repeats on the group of three black keys. As the student progresses, the teacher may specify left or right hand, or recommend using fingers 2-3-4. NOTE: this deck is not self-marking. It is recommended that the student initially play this game with a practice partner/parent who can help them listen for a successful playback before moving to the next card. Audio instructions are included in the upper left corner of each card, and play automatically for the first two cards. The remaining 8 cards are randomized to provide a fresh and unpredictable game each time. Alt-text and tab order are provided for sounds and images, and buttons are large to suit little fingers. Ideal for group or private piano lessons. Works great for online lessons, too!
Acknowledgements
All graphics by 88keys4music graphics All melodies recorded by 88keys4music