Uncover the genius of film composer Bernard Herrmann with our comprehensive teaching resource. This package includes a captivating PowerPoint presentation that explores Herrmann’s iconic contributions to cinema, a carefully crafted worksheet to engage students, and an answer sheet for effortless evaluation. Immerse your class in the timeless melodies of Herrmann’s scores and delve into the art of film composition.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.
Dive into the suave and thrilling world of James Bond with our “Licence to Teach!” resource on the iconic Bond leitmotif music and film score. Explore the evolution of the Bond sound, captivating students with the espionage-inspired James Bond Theme. This resource includes a comprehensive study of the legendary music that has become synonymous with the world’s favourite secret agent. Engage your class in the magic of Bond.
Studying music composed and arranged by industry professionals helps all learners develop analytical/critical thinking, creative, cultural awareness, and attention to detail skills. Understanding music in films is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources and all the others that can be found within the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Growing Resource BUNDLE!”, feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television; everything from Jaw to Super-man, Darth Vader, the “One Ring” from Lord of the Rings, and many, many more.
This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.
Learning about Leitmotifs and music in films is important as it enhances our appreciation for the artistry behind the music and its emotional impact on the audience. It also helps us develop analytical, critical thinking, creative, cultural awareness, and attention to detail skills. Understanding music in films is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television; everything from Jaw to James Bond, Darth Vader, the “One Ring” from Lord of the Rings, and many, many more.
This range of worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
Embark on a musical odyssey with our teaching resource, delving into the cinematic brilliance of John Williams. Uncover the genius behind timeless scores like ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Jurassic Park.’ This comprehensive resource guides students through an in-depth exploration of Williams’ diverse compositions, enhancing critical listening skills and fostering a deeper understanding of the intersection between music and storytelling in film. Ignite a passion for film music with the legendary works of John Williams.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
Dive into the captivating world of film music with our teaching resource centred on the iconic Hans Zimmer. Explore the genius of Zimmer’s compositions, from ‘The Lion King’ to ‘Inception.’ This resource provides an immersive experience for students, fostering listening skills and analytical thinking. Uncover the magic behind Zimmer’s scores, offering an engaging educational journey into the art of cinematic music creation.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
Discover the musical legacy of Max Steiner, the legendary film composer, with our comprehensive teaching resource. This package includes a captivating presentation that delves into Steiner’s life and contributions to cinema, a thoughtfully crafted worksheet to engage students, and an answer sheet for easy evaluation. Immerse your students in the art of film scoring and explore the genius of Max Steiner. Elevate your music education with this enriching resource.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.
Unleash the magic of Danny Elfman’s iconic film compositions with this dynamic teaching resource. This comprehensive package features an engaging presentation on Elfman’s extraordinary career, a meticulously designed worksheet to captivate students, and a convenient answer sheet for seamless evaluation. Immerse your class in the world of film scoring and celebrate the brilliance of Danny Elfman.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.
Embark on a cinematic journey through the timeless melodies of Ennio Morricone, one of the greatest film composers of all time. Our teaching resource offers a captivating presentation that unravels Morricone’s illustrious career, a skillfully crafted worksheet to engage students, and an answer sheet for easy assessment. Immerse your classroom in the enchanting world of film scoring and explore the genius of Ennio Morricone.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.
Learning about Leitmotifs and music in films is important as it enhances our appreciation for the artistry behind the music and its emotional impact on the audience. The ‘Murder Theme’, from the 1960 film ‘Psycho’ by the renowned Bernard Herrmann is one of the most famous leitmotifs from modern times. The infamous “Shower Scene” from the film has become an important element in the Horror genre’s cinematic history, but it would have been nothing without its bone-chilling musical score.
Listening and analysing film Leitmotifs develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in films is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television; everything from Jaw to James Bond, Darth Vader, the “One Ring” from Lord of the Rings, and many, many more.
This range of worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These Leitmotifs and Film Music worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great to share ideas and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.
5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing
Starting any mix is difficult; not knowing the sound you are going for, what instrument to listen to first and what FX to use first.** 5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing** will help you over come this and help develop all the skills you need to mix quickly and professionally.
Any mix is basically bringing together everything from the recording stage and placing it all together in one comprehensible track that sounds like it is all one performance and NOT just a load of different parts that happen to all be playing at the same time. 5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing will give you some great ideas that will change the way and methods you use for mixing.
Covered in “5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing”:
Dynamic Balance
Use of Compression and Gates
How to reduce background noise
Creative use of the Stereo-field through basic panning techniques
Tonal balance and EQ
Creating depth within your mix
Using Reverb
The finished product
Dive into the art of film composition with our Film Score Composers - Teaching Bundle! Explore the musical brilliance of Ennio Morricone, Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Max Steiner, Danny Elfman and more!! Each resource boasts a captivating presentation, an engaging worksheet, and a convenient answer sheet, providing a comprehensive journey through the unique styles of these legendary composers. Elevate your music education with this all-inclusive bundle, unlocking the secrets behind iconic film scores.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
Dive into the captivating world of acclaimed film composer Hildur Guðnadóttir with this comprehensive teaching resource. Explore her mesmerizing scores for iconic films and television shows, unravelling the artistry behind each composition. Engage students with insightful analyses, thematic discussions, and hands-on activities, as they discover the magic of Hildur’s music. Elevate your classroom with this educational gem, fostering a deep appreciation for cinematic soundscapes and musical storytelling.
Listening and analysing the work and compositions of different film composers develops analytical skills, critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and attention to detail. Understanding music in movies and television is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience.
These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television, and work perfectly with the “Leitmotifs and Film Music: Music in Film and Cinema” Bundle.
This range of presentations and worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition.
These ‘Famous Composers of Film Music’ worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class.
Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great for sharing ideas and writing directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Google Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online.
Looking for a comprehensive teaching resource about the exciting era of Rock ‘n’ Roll in the 1950s? It covers the rise of teen culture in 1950s America and the Baby Boomer Generation, the development of the electric guitar in pop music and how Rock ‘n’ Roll became the main style of popular music at that time.
This engaging and informative lesson is packed with activities, interactive worksheets and resources that will bring this vibrant period of music history to life in your classroom.
You can also purchase this resource, along with others in the massive Bundle “History of Modern Music: Pre-1950 to Modern-day”.
The presentation is more than 55 slides, each with an eye-catching design for better student engagement and also linked to classroom tasks that feed in and work along with the presentation. Moreover, throughout the presentation, there are really useful embedded YouTube examples, with links to the videos to support and aid learning.
The presentation comes in both .pdf and PowerPoint versions, along with a video version that can be used for revision and student home study. Moreover, all elements of the resources have been developed in Google Slides. This can be used for remote learning and easily allow for digital submission of the learning tasks included.
The resource also comes with 4 classroom tasks/worksheets with extremely useful listening exercises that link with the presentation/lecture itself, along with answer sheets for these exercises. There are also a further 2 Infographics/Posters, great to aid learners’ understanding of key areas, and also can be printed for classroom displays and visuals.
Pre1950s Music-Tin Pan Alley, Ragtime and Swing
This lecture and supporting classroom resources is part one in the “History of Popular Music” package. It covers the early development of the Popular Music business and industry, along with the pre-1950’s genres of Tine-Pan-Ally, Ragtime and Swing.
In this package:
Lecture
Classroom Worksheet
Answer sheet for teachers
Music examples to for this lecture
Covered in Pre1950s Music-Tin Pan Alley, Ragtime and Swing:
Lesson Aims and Objectives
Popular Music as a Business
History of the Piano in early popular music
Tin Pan Alley and music publication
Artist and Music examples (linked with resources)
Ragtime genre
Swing music
Follow-up classroom tasks and exercises
Pre-1950’s: Blues, Jazz - Cool & Be-Bop
This lecture and supporting classroom resources is part two in the “History of Popular Music” package. It covers the early development of the Popular Music, recapping Tin-Pan-Ally, Ragtime and Swings genres from the last lesson. It then covers the development of Jazz music, Cool Jazz and the Birth and development of Blue music.
In this package:
Lecture
Classroom Worksheets
Music examples needed for this lecture
REVISION-History of Jazz Music
REVISION-History of Blue Music
MP3 - Boogie-Woogie Bass Line (Audio Example)
MIDI - Boogie-Woogie Bass Line (Audio Example)
SCORE – Music Notation - Boogie-Woogie Bass Line (Audio Example)
Video (presentation in video form, used for student revision)
Covered in Pre1950s: Blues, Jazz and Be-Bop
Lesson Recap (Part one)
Swing’s development into Bebop Jazz
Dissonance used in Jazz Music
Artist and Music examples (linked with resources)
Cool Jazz genre
Birth of Blues Music
Blues Music Structure
Blues and Boogie-Woogie Music styles
Follow-up classroom tasks and exercises
Understanding Reverb
Reverberation, or reverb refers to the way sound waves reflect off various surfaces and the very slight delay before reaching the listener’s ear. Being able to comprehend how Reverb works and when best to use it within any mix will leave you at a massive advantage. Lets be honest, in the music industry we all need as much help as we can get! Understanding Reverb is a tutorial, reference material written and created by The Music Espionage and has everything you need to know to get you head around everything Reverb!
Understanding Reverb was created for both students and lecturers in mind and covers all the basic elements of Reverb and can be applied to any musical software you might be using.
Covered in ‘Understanding Reverb’:
What is Reverberation
Reverb and Delay
Direct, Early Reflections and Decay – Parts of Reverb
Reverb Control Parameters
Reverb types – Chamber, Plate, Spring, Gated
Reverse Reverb
Using Reverb
Looking to teach your students about the British Invasion in the 1960s? This comprehensive teaching resource has everything you need to cover the cultural phenomenon that saw British bands such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who, among others, conquer the American music scene. Engaging activities, listening exercises and interactive worksheets to bring this iconic era to life.
From thein-depth presentations and activity sheets to multimedia resources and assignments, our teaching package covers all the key aspects of this important cultural movement. Your learners will gain a deeper understanding of the impact that the British Invasion had on music, fashion, and popular culture in the 1960s.
It covers the rise of American pop music becoming more and more popular with British bands/artists and how they developed this into something new and formed their own music.
You can also purchase this resource, along with others in the massive Bundle “History of Modern Music: Pre-1950 to Modern-day”.
The presentation is more than 50 slides, each with an eye-catching design for better student engagement and also linked to classroom tasks that feed in and work along with the presentation. Moreover, throughout the presentation, there are really useful embedded YouTube examples, with links to the videos to support and aid learning.
The presentation comes in both .pdf and PowerPoint versions, along with a video version that can be used for revision and student home study. Moreover, all elements of the resources have been developed in Google Slides. This can be used for remote learning and easily allow for digital submission of the learning tasks included.
The resource also comes with 3 classroom tasks/worksheets with extremely useful listening exercises that link with the presentation/lecture itself, along with answer sheets for these exercises. There are also a further 2 Infographics/Posters, great to aid learners’ understanding of key areas, and also can be printed for classroom displays and visuals.
Step-by-Step Guide to Mixing a Pop Track
Wanting to learn more about mixing and creating the perfect sound? This 40 page presentation is for you and could a massive help if you are learning or teaching music pre and post production techniques.
The strange art of mixing and post-production is always confusing. It’s difficult to know where to start, what instruments should sound like and the equipment needed to ensure your recording sound finished and to a professional standard.
I have put together this guide to talk you through the process;
Preparing the Mix. Before starting any mix it’s important to consider….
Referencing
Monitoring Speakers (Placement and anomalies)
Starting points for your mix
Mixing Techniques
Aux Sends and Returns
Spatial FX
Dynamics
The Frequency Range
** 1970-80-90s Music-Indie Rock and New Wave**
This lecture and supporting classroom resources is part nine in the “History of Popular Music” package. It covers the key aspects and influences of Indie Rock and New Wave Music genres.
In this package:
Lecture
Classroom Worksheet (with teacher Answer sheet)
HOMEWORK– written worksheet on Indie Music and important Record Labels
POSTER – Full A3 posted covering Indie Rock and artists
Video (presentation in video form, used for student revision)
1970-80-90s Music-Indie Rock and New-Wave
Major/Independent Record Labels
The BIG 4 Record Labels currently
Independent Charts
History of Factory Record – Manchester
Factory Record – Happy Mondays and ‘Mad’chester genres
History of Rough Trade – London
Important follow on genre to form Indie Rock and New-Wave
1960s Music: Psychedelic Rock
This lecture and supporting classroom resources is part five in the “History of Popular Music” package. It covers the rise of Psychedelic rock music and its strong connections with psychedelic drugs throughout the 1960s.
In this package:
Lecture
Classroom Worksheet (with full ANSWER SHEET for teachers)
REVISION- Recommended Listening - Artists and Songs
Video (presentation in video form, used for student revision)
Covered in 1960s Music: Psychedelic Rock
Lesson Recap (Part four)
Lesson Aims and Objectives
The birth of Psychedelic rock in 1960s culture
Woodstock Festive and it importance
The Cold War and other major events of the time
UK and USA leading artists throughout this period
Psychedelic rock and The Beatles
Characteristics of this genre
Recording Techniques of the time and ‘The Wall of Sound’ technique