Using Bluetooth it is possible to connect mobile devices such as SmartPhones and Tablets to small but powerful speakers that can boost the sound level to something more suitable for the large rooms choral directors may find themselves in, without the need for bothersome cables. The wireless range is typically up to 10 metres (about 30 feet) but will be affected by any obstructing objects. Just about every mobile device will support this and there are lots of Bluetooth speakers to choose from. The particular model demonstrated in the session can be found here.
One of many such apps but probably the best piano type application for the iPad. Full details can be found here.
Details of the score reading app "ForScore" can be found here.
Taking the digital score to a more interactive level. More details here.
PitchLab is a powerful multivoice tuner with many inexpensive 'plugins' that add features. We have used it to show live pitch information when working on tuning since it is capable of analysing entire chords. It is available for both Android (see here) and iOS (see here).
This is a great app from Naxos for people new to choral singing. See full details here.
To learn more about the developments being made at Tido in the field of immersive digital music publishing please visit www.tido-music.com.
If we have missed anything out please get in touch!