Ed. note: App of the Week picks are now being curated by the editors of Common Sense Education [1], which helps educators find the best ed-tech tools, learn best practices for teaching with tech, and equip students with the skills they need to use technology safely and responsibly. Click here [2]to read the full app review.
Auxy Studio-Music & Beat Maker [2]
What’s It Like?
Auxy is a digital-music-creation app for iOS that focuses on beats and electronic music. It’s gorgeously designed, offering a simple-to-hop-into experience that has tons of depth.
Price: Free
Grades: 7-12
Rating: 4/5
Pros: The possibilities feel endless. It’s incredibly cool to create your own loops and songs from scratch.
Cons: With tons of features to choose from and limited direction, some students may burn out quick.
Bottom line: A stellar, approachable tool for constructing your very own digital beats and tracks.