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Accessible Music Tools

Updated as of September 7, 2024. Why? As with literary text and mathematical text, the most appropriate output is either print or Music Braille. Sighted peers learn and use print musical notation, and this is done for a reason—because interaction with musical text is important for musicians at all levels. Providing text-based musical notation allows […]

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Music Braille/Braille Music

Updated as of September 7, 2024. What is Music Braille/Braille Music? Music Braille is a code designed to allow individuals to read music notation accurately, efficiently, and tactilely. In fact, Louis Braille (the man who developed the braille reading code) also created the Music Braille code. Music Braille uses the same six dots used in […]

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The Lime Lighter: Music-Reading Solution for People with Low Vision

Updated as of September 19, 2024. Please find below information about a powerful tool for magnifying print music notation. What is Lime Lighter? Software that has special scrolling and magnification features to enable performers with low vision to read and write music notation. Bundled with: How Does It Work? After you set your preferences for […]

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Getting Food Package Information

Updated as of August 3, 2024. Information is Power! Say goodbye to not knowing information on food packages! Whether you are looking for directions for a brownie mix, preparing a frozen pizza, or nutrition label details to keep yourself safe from any potential allergens, check out these tools that will enable you to access any […]

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DirectionsForMe: Access to Directions At Your Fingertips

Updated as of August 3, 2024. An oft-heard joke is, “When all else fails, read the directions.” Of course, this sometimes leads us to another common truism: “The longest distance between two points is a shortcut.” From food to technology, directions can save both time and frustration. While many pieces of technology now have their […]