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Looper is a free, four track looper that is quantized to the metronome BPM and counts that I am developing. This program can be used to create a chamber ensemble with just yourself playing each part. Please let me know about any features you would like me to add .

This video demonstrates using a loop pedal with an electric cello.

This web interface allows you to practice improvising with a looped pianist simply using your keyboard. This is an excellent interface that anyone can use with a web browser and a keyboard.

"This session will explore various uses of technology to augment performing in ways that were previously unimaginable. The focal points of the session will revolve around exploring questions such as: How can technology be used to include all students? In what ways can technology be used to think deeper about performing music? Where is there a place for digital and hybrid musicianship in our programs? How can we find out how to use technology to augment musicianship? Experience with technology is not required; however, bringing a laptop, tablet, and/or smart phone will assist with the discussion and experience."

Students can use DAWs to create music using MIDI, samples, live audio processing, etc.. Teachers can use DAWs to create practice tracks, accompany student performances, etc.

Ableton is a DAW that excels in live applications. In a classroom setting, you can use it to accompany students live using a MIDI controller or assigning the various functions to your keyboard. It is a very complicated program; however, the help view has step-by-step tutorials on how to use the basic functions of the program