[MusicTlk] [Perform-Talk] Making Music Available for Everyone with Music Braille Stickers

Thu Sep 4 13:42:14 UTC 2025

also, forgot to mention that even the automated Music Braille translation s=
oftware we have still makes  errors and isn=92t 100% up to code. Music Brai=
lle transcription by human beings is still the best way to go and I'd reall=
y like to see that being encouraged.

Noah T. Carver (He/Him)

Candidate, B.M. '27, Applied Music (Performance) -- Voice

Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester

Chair, Blind Students Committee, National Federation of the Blind of New Yo=
rk

Director of Operations, Judy=92s League

For National Federation of the Blind or Judy=92s League Related Matters: +1=
 (207) 205-7303<tel:+12072057303>

For All Other Matters: +1 (207) 557-9143<tel:+12075579143>

noah.t.carver at outlook.com<mailto:noah.t.carver at outlook.com>

Live the life you want.

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Subject: Re: [Perform-Talk] Making Music Available for Everyone with Music =
Braille Stickers

I hate to be a wet blanket, but I'm not sure I love this idea. On the one h=
and, it's probably great for making learning resources, i.e. flashcards or =
similar. However, I really, really, really hope that music directors, band =
directors, etc. don=92t take APH=92s rather interesting choice of marketing=
 to mean that, armed with a pack of stickers, they can suddenly make scores=
 accessible to students. That=92s not very helpful at all. Students need to=
 be learning how to read the code properly, and I=92m not sure that this wi=
ll serve them well. also, kind of feel like APH is solving a problem that a=
lready has a solution which is probably much better for your average direct=
or given that music OCR and GOODFEEL exist.

Noah T. Carver (He/Him)

Candidate, B.M. '27, Applied Music (Performance) -- Voice

Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester

Chair, Blind Students Committee, National Federation of the Blind of New Yo=
rk

Director of Operations, Judy=92s League

For National Federation of the Blind or Judy=92s League Related Matters: +1=
 (207) 205-7303<tel:+12072057303>

For All Other Matters: +1 (207) 557-9143<tel:+12075579143>

noah.t.carver at outlook.com<mailto:noah.t.carver at outlook.com>

Live the life you want.

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Subject: [Perform-Talk] Making Music Available for Everyone with Music Brai=
lle Stickers

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>American Printing House - Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 1:00=E2=80=AFPM
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>Making Music Available for Everyone with Music Braille Stickers
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>The transcription of sheet music to braille can
>be a lengthy and complicated endeavor. With a
>limited number of music braille certified
>transcribers throughout the United States, the
>experience can be costly and has an
>unpredictable turnaround time depending on the
>complexity of the music, length of the piece,
>and availability of the transcriber. The process
>can make it difficult for students who are blind
>or low vision to get involved with music in
>school, at home, and in their community. With
>Music Braille Stickers, anyone, regardless of
>musical knowledge or braille literacy, can
>instantly translate a piece of music.
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>About Music Braille Stickers
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>Music Braille Stickers are clear adhesive
>stickers which include braille formations for
>notes, rests, time signatures, and other music
>notation. They can be applied to music
>worksheets, sheet music, instruments, or other
>items for classroom activities or individual
>learning. The stickers are clear, ensuring you
>can see the printed notes and symbols
>underneath. The product is sorted into columns,
>each labeled in large print at the top of each
>sheet. =E2=80=9CMusic braille stickers are intended to
>make music braille translation quicker and
>faster for parents and students. Anyone who is
>interested in transcribing print to braille,=E2=80=9D
>said APH Product Manager, Laura Zierer.
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>The =E2=80=9Cparent product=E2=80=9D includes a kit with two
>replaceable packs: notes & rests, and additional
>symbols. With the initial pack, you receive 25
>total sheets of stickers. Pages 1-16 feature
>notes and rests, while the remaining pages
>include additional symbols, such as time
>signatures, sharps, ties, and more. From there,
>users are able to re-order the individual
>replaceable packs as the need arises.
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>Making Music Accessible
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>The design of these stickers reflects a
>dedication to putting music in the hands of
>anyone, at any time. For parents and teachers,
>Music Braille Stickers simplify the process of
>transcription regardless of access to a
>transcriber, TVI, or someone with the knowledge
>of music braille. The labeled columns allow for
>users to simply locate the note or symbol and
>place the clear sticker directly on top. Once
>the stickers have all been placed, teachers and
>students can still easily view the notes
>underneath, making it a tool for accessible
>education alongside classroom collaboration.
>
>For students who are blind or low vision,
>exploration of music and the arts is not always
>encouraged due to roadblocks with access. Music
>Braille Stickers aims to bridge that gap.
>=E2=80=9CMusic literacy is part of literacy. Music is
>fun! It enhances learning and cognition. These
>adhesive braille stickers help make music
>education accessible to braille-learning and
>braille-reading students,=E2=80=9D said Zierer.
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>Field testers felt empowered in their ability to
>independently complete music assignments,
>develop flashcards, and simply read through a
>piece. Teachers noted how convenient it was to
>have pre-made stickers at the ready. The product
>was enjoyed by students who are blind and low
>vision along with their sighted peers. =E2=80=9CThis
>is going to save teachers a lot of time, and
>make resources accessible a lot sooner,=E2=80=9D said Zierer.
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>Bring the joy of music and creative expression
>to your student=E2=80=99s life in a new and exciting
>way this school year with Music Braille
>Stickers,<https://www.aph.org/product/music-braille-stickers/>
>available now on the APH website!
>
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