Accessible Qchord learning resource

Qchord accessibility

Qchord manual for visually impaired players.

Getting a Feel for the Qchord was written by Jackie McBride to help visually impaired players learn the Suzuki Qchord by touch, sound and clear step-by-step instructions.

Free accessible manual

Getting a Feel for the Qchord

By Jackie McBride. Copyright 2000 by Jackie McBride. Please see the full distribution notice inside the manual.

This resource is presented with content and navigation as the priority. The manual is available in several formats so readers can choose the version that works best with their screen reader, Braille display, word processor or browser.

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What the manual covers

The booklet explains how to become familiar with the Qchord's controls by touch, then moves into practical playing guidance. It includes a touch tour, chord buttons, rhythms, tempo controls, preset voices, strumplate-only playing, MIDI, and appendices for selectable voices and rhythms.

It is especially valuable because it describes the Qchord from the player's physical point of view rather than relying on photographs or printed control labels.

Accessibility notes

  • The HTML version has a table of contents and heading structure for navigation.
  • The BRF file is provided for readers using Braille displays or Braille-ready workflows.
  • The Word and RTF files are useful if you need to enlarge, restyle or reflow the text.
  • The original document remains free to share under Jackie McBride's distribution notice.

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