Uploading Audio Only Content

How to Create Audio-Only Exercises in MatchMySound

Want to make simple, audio-only exercises for your students? These exercises don’t have interactive notation, but you can add a photo or PDF for extra reference. You can either record directly in MatchMySound or upload an existing audio file. Here’s how:

Option 1: Record Directly in MatchMySound

1. Start from Your Dashboard

• Click Create Content.
• Choose Audio Only Exercise from the upper-right corner.

2. Set Up Your Exercise

• Adjust the metronome settings:
• Beats per bar (choose 4/4, 3/4, etc.).
• Tempo (set it manually or use the Tap Tempo button).

3. Record Your Audio

• Click the red microphone icon to start recording.

• When finished, use the cutting tools to trim your recording:
• Trim the start and end of your audio to ensure:
• No more than 1 second of silence at the beginning.
• No silence at the end.
• Here’s what the trimming tool looks like:

4. Edit and Finalize

• Add a title, author, and description.
• Attach a photo or PDF file for extra reference if needed:
• Use the Show Attachment toggle to make it visible.
• Click Save to add your exercise to your My Content list.

Option 2: Upload an Existing Audio File

1. Load Your Audio File

• Scroll below the recording options and click Load Audio File, or drag and drop your file into the window.

2. Trim and Finalize

• Follow the same steps as above to:
• Trim the audio.
• Edit the title, description, and other settings.
• Attach files if needed.

3. Save Your Exercise

• Click Save to add it to your My Content list.

Guidelines for Best Results

• Use a single instrument or voice: The audio should include only the part your student will perform—no accompaniment or extra instruments.

• Keep it clear and accurate: Students will match their performance to the recording.

• Trim the silence: Include about 1 second of silence at the beginning and none at the end to ensure proper timing.

Creating audio-only exercises is easy and effective! Your students will have clear, focused recordings to practice with, and you can customize them for each student’s needs. 😊