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Mike is a musician and ex-Head of Department with more than twenty years experience in the Secondary school classroom and middle-leadership, specialising in performance, composition and research. An accomplished performer himself (Woodwind) and celebrated Musical Director and Conductor, Mike is able to draw upon his continued professional practice in creating and sharing his resources.

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Mike is a musician and ex-Head of Department with more than twenty years experience in the Secondary school classroom and middle-leadership, specialising in performance, composition and research. An accomplished performer himself (Woodwind) and celebrated Musical Director and Conductor, Mike is able to draw upon his continued professional practice in creating and sharing his resources.
END OF UNIT TESTS - AoS#3 (MUSIC FOR STAGE & SCREEN - SCHWARTZ & WILLIAMS)
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END OF UNIT TESTS - AoS#3 (MUSIC FOR STAGE & SCREEN - SCHWARTZ & WILLIAMS)

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Two brilliant resources to give your students the experience to practice specifically tailored exam-style questions in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions for each paper, including an unfamiliar listening question, the set works (Schwartz/Williams) and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY questions to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question papers, teacher’s mark schemes, YouTube links* to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 of each paper *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS2: QUEEN
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS2: QUEEN

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: -An overview / introduction for contextual understanding -Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes -Key words -Digestible analysis under each element of music -Tutorial videos -Wider listening examples -Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) -Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS4: SPALDING
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS4: SPALDING

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS2: PURCELL
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS2: PURCELL

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS1: BEETHOVEN
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS1: BEETHOVEN

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS3: WILLIAMS
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS3: WILLIAMS

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS1: BACH
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS1: BACH

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS4: AFRO CELT SOUND SYSTEM
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS4: AFRO CELT SOUND SYSTEM

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - as well as an original remix of George Ezra’s Shotgun - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS3: SCHWARTZ
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AoS3: SCHWARTZ

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A beautifully-presented and comprehensive set of more than 30 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) this includes: -An overview / introduction for contextual understanding -Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes -Key words -Digestible analysis under each element of music -Tutorial videos -Wider listening examples -Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) -Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILE: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with this set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS 1 & 2 - Instrumental Music 1700-1820 [ Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music  [Purcell & Queen]) - Buy 3, get one FREE!
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GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS 1 & 2 - Instrumental Music 1700-1820 [ Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen]) - Buy 3, get one FREE!

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More great resources to practice aural dictation of rhythm and melody (question 7 from the new Edexcel 9-1 GCSE exam) specific to each area of study. Can easily be used as a starter, plenary or homework. This fantastic value bundle includes FOUR question papers (AoS 1 # 1 & # 2 + AoS 2 # 1 & # 2), teacher’s answer sheets AND mp3s! Essential revision exercises
"BOONDOGGLE STOMP" For Jazz Combo
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"BOONDOGGLE STOMP" For Jazz Combo

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Original piece for jazz combo including lead sheets for: Alto, Tenor, Trumpet & Trombone (Bass clef & Treble Clef), Piano, Guitar, Bass & Drums, & FULL SCORE (transposed)* A fun and lively piece to develop and structure within your ensemble, for solo practice and ensemble rehearsal (includes chord changes on all parts to develop improvisation). Also works as a classroom activity - variation on the structure of the 12-Bar Blues (8-Bar Blues) good for demonstrating BLUES & JAZZ STYLES, STRUCTURE, MELODY, HARMONY and IMPROVISATION. Written in concert C - transpositions available upon request. Presented as PDF booklet for easy printing
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC BUMPER BUNDLE!
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC BUMPER BUNDLE!

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste! Includes SEVEN well-known pieces of music for you to enjoy!
DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY - TEN QUESTION PAPERS - 101 PRACTICE QUESTIONS! (With MP3s)
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DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY - TEN QUESTION PAPERS - 101 PRACTICE QUESTIONS! (With MP3s)

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Featuring ALL TEN question papers in this FANTASTIC series of resources to help your students practice aural dictation with FAMILIAR pieces of music. Includes all ten papers to work through familiar extracts of Classical, Sacred, Folk, Film, Musical Theatre, Television, Jazz, Pop and Christmas music. Work through the exercises to develop your aural perception skills Learn collaboratively or for independent study (can be set as homework, cover work) Project answers onto the board for tutorial / class discussion **Includes: 10 x question papers (each including 10 x questions), teacher’s answer sheets - both as printable PDF’s and 101 x MP3 recordings **
END OF UNIT TESTS BUNDLE [AoS#1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1700-1820 & AoS#2 VOCAL MUSIC]
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END OF UNIT TESTS BUNDLE [AoS#1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1700-1820 & AoS#2 VOCAL MUSIC]

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FOUR brilliant resources to give your students the experience to practice specifically tailored exam-style questions in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions for each paper, including an unfamiliar listening question, the set work for each AoS and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY questions to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question papers, teacher’s mark schemes, YouTube links* and timings to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 of each paper *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
KS3 MUSIC WORK BOOKS BUNDLE #2 (“PITCH & NOTES OF THE STAVE,” “BRITPOP” & "MUSICAL HISTORY TIMELINE") SoWs
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KS3 MUSIC WORK BOOKS BUNDLE #2 (“PITCH & NOTES OF THE STAVE,” “BRITPOP” & "MUSICAL HISTORY TIMELINE") SoWs

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THREE very user-friendly work books for your KS3 students (aimed at Year 7, 8 & 9) to introduce “PITCH & NOTES OF THE STAVE,” “BRITPOP” and a “MUSICAL HISTORY TIMELINE”. Includes ESP exercises, RAG-style resources for stretch and challenge, fun homework tasks, peer feedback forms for performing and an end-of-topic tests for assessment. Each book also includes a GLOSSARY to encourage and support the use of subject specific vocabulary. There are activities to span five lessons in each book - these are not designed to last for a whole lesson but are intended to support additional listening / practical work.
DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY - 101 LISTENING QUESTIONS BOOK WITH MP3s!
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DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY - 101 LISTENING QUESTIONS BOOK WITH MP3s!

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’101 Dictation Exercises’ features ALL TEN question papers in one* FANTASTIC 92-page book to help your students practice aural dictation with FAMILIAR pieces of music. (Now includes additional Student Book - Question papers & Assessment grids only for easy phtocopying - individual worksheets or the entire book!) Includes ALL TEN papers to work through familiar extracts of Classical, Sacred, Folk, Film, Musical Theatre, Television, Jazz, Pop and Christmas music in one convenient book PLUS additional Marking Grid / Assessment Tracker and manuscript paper for practice questions. Work through all 101 exercises to develop your aural perception skills Learn collaboratively or for independent study (can be set as homework, cover work) Master aural dictation in a fun and engaging way! Project answers onto the board for tutorial / class discussion Includes: 10 x question papers (each including 10 x questions), teacher’s answer sheets, Assessment Trackers & Manuscript paper - all as printable PDF’s and 101 x MP3 recordings!
"HANG IN THERE" for Jazz Band
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"HANG IN THERE" for Jazz Band

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Original piece for jazz band including: Flute, Clarinet, Alto1, Alto2, Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Baritone, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3 + Bass trombone, Piano, Guitar, Bass & Drums parts, FULL SCORE + FULL MP3 recording!* A fun and lively piece to challenge and inspire, for solo practice and ensemble rehearsal (works as both BIG BAND and COMBO). Written in concert C (modulating to D) - transpositions available upon request.
AoS2: EXAM PRACTICE - PURCELL & QUEEN BUNDLE!
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AoS2: EXAM PRACTICE - PURCELL & QUEEN BUNDLE!

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A really useful set of resources covering all of the elements in Area of Study 2 (Vocal Music), from wider listening exam-style questions to melody and rhythm dictation exercises. Includes entry starting point exercises (ESPs), listening papers and extended writing practice paper - all with teacher’s answer sheets in photocopiable PDF format and editable Word.doc
GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS1, 2 & 3 - Instrumental Music [Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen] + Music for Stage & Screen [Williams & Schwartz])
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GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS1, 2 & 3 - Instrumental Music [Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen] + Music for Stage & Screen [Williams & Schwartz])

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Amazing value resources to practice aural dictation of rhythm and melody (question 7 from the new Edexcel 9-1 GCSE exam) specific to each area of study. Can easily be used as a starter, plenary or homework. Includes question papers (Aos 1, 2 & 3), teacher’s answer sheets AND mp3s!