A resource that uses the documentary “Punk Britannia Part 2 1976-1978". Set of research questions for students to answer whilst watching the documentary. Answers for teachers also provided. Good as an introduction to British Punk and an insight into the politics of the time. Takes around 2-3 hours minimum as a mini-project: 1-2 hours to watch and make notes, 1 hour as a class discussion. Could be used for BTEC Music (Unit 30 Pop Music in Practise) or A’level Music.

Developed to aid wider understanding of the symphonic tradition 1750-1900.

Eduqas A-level Music Rock & Pop Comparison Sample Question: “Sweet Child O Mine”. With suggested mark scheme. Original Heavy Rock vs. Funk cover.

Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 Analysis Questions. Separate worksheets cover each main sub-structure of all 4 movements. Answers not provided but should be self-explanatory.

A revision powerpoint on Haydn’s Symphony No. 104, Movement 3. Complete with an overview of the main musical features of each section of the work and sample exam-style questions taken from past papers and sample materials. There is also a comparison with the minor study of Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4, Movement 3, including some exam-style questions.

A revision powerpoint on Haydn’s Symphony No. 104, Movement 1. Complete with an overview of the main musical features of each section of the work and sample exam-style questions taken from past papers and sample materials.

Into the 21st Century (AoSF) - FIVE MARK QUESTION Support. A range of examples of content and how to formulate an answer for the 5-mark wider context question at the end of the unseen 21st century listening question on the A’level Music Eduqas paper.

Eduqas A-level Music Rock & Pop Comparison Sample Question: "Jolene”. With suggested mark scheme. Original Country version compared with Synthpop cover version.

A set of resources for Into the 21st Century (AoSF), looking at the works of Kaija Saariaho, Sofia Gubaidulina and Mark Anthony Turnage.

Eduqas A-level Music Rock & Pop Comparison Sample Question: “In Bloom”. With suggested mark scheme. Original Grunge version compared with Reggae cover version.

Haydn’s Symphony no. 104, movement 1 (Adagio/Allegro) - Annotated Score. Updated resource. Eye-catching with colour-coding for different analytical aspects, including: Harmony & Tonality, Instrumentation, Structure, Texture, Melody & Rhythm, Historical Context.

Haydn’s Symphony no. 104, movement 2 (Andante) - Annotated Score. Updated resource. Eye-catching with colour-coding for different analytical aspects, including: Harmony & Tonality, Instrumentation, Structure, Texture, Melody & Rhythm, Historical Context.

An analysis of 90s Britpop, looking at the contextual information, musical features and iconics tracks of the genre. This would serve as a few lessons of introduction, listening and research. Powerpoint, with accompanying worksheet for students to make notes. Worksheet of research questions that accompanies the BBC4 Documentary “The Britpop Story”. Used for both vocational music (RSL Creative Music Industry course) and also A’level Music (Eduqas).

A comprehensive guide to 80s 2-Tone Reggae & Ska music, with specific focus on The Specials. Track Analyses include: Ghost Town by The Specials and One in Ten by UB40. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 80s 2-Tone Reggae & Ska. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A comprehensive guide to 70s Disco, with specific focus on Gloria Gaynor, Baccara and Boney M. Track Analyses include: I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor, Yes Sir I Can Boogie by Baccara and Rasputin by Boney M. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 70s Disco. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A comprehensive guide to 70s Funk, with specific focus on The Commodores and Stevie Wonder. Track Analyses include: Brick House by The Commodores and Superstition by Stevie Wonder. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 70s Funk. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A range of questions, tasks and directed study activities to engage students in the requirements of MUSC4 (AQA syllabus).

Eduqas specification

A sample question as part of the Eduqas Unit 3 A-level Music specification. Two versions of “Valerie” - The Zutons & Amy Winehouse/Mark Ronson. Original Indie Rock vs. Pop cover.

A revision powerpoint on Haydn’s Symphony No. 104, Movement 4. Complete with an overview of the main musical features of each section of the work and sample exam-style questions taken from past papers and sample materials. There is also a comparison with the minor study of Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4, Movement 4, including some exam-style questions.