Here we have 4 Class Ensembles based on simple African cyclical patterns using call and response, improvised tunes and ostinato using the pentatonic scale of G (G A B D E). They are all available in Scorch, PDF and Power Point format to perform, there is a detailed document with a step by step guide explaining how to teach the ensembles and also a Power Point presentation with a series of warm up games with sound files. We’ve based the series on rhythms linked to fun words relating to Africa. They progress in difficulty – the easiest ensemble being number 1.

This resource introduces the polyrhythmic style of Latin American Samba and identifies its roots in African and Spanish/Portuguese music. Through performing Samba pupils will learn the sounds and understand the roles of each instrument used in Samba and experience the exhilaration and physical impact of percussion ensemble music. This unit is based on 6 hour long sessions, but this can be altered to suit the teaching requirements. The sequence of learning activities have been written only as a guideline.

Performing and composing as a group with minibeasts making up the music. [Correct teacher notes now uploaded.]

Here we have 4 Class Ensembles based on simple African cyclical patterns using call and response, improvised tunes and ostinato using the pentatonic scale of G (G A B D E). They are all available in Scorch, PDF and Power Point format to perform, there is a detailed document with a step by step guide explaining how to teach the ensembles and also a Power Point presentation with a series of warm up games with sound files.

These resource materials offer 20 full activities to prepare students for the aural skills question (paper 2) for Music at AS level. There are 20 downloadable worksheets and answer sheets, also a copy of the full score and an audio track of the piece. All worksheets are available in SCORCH format and can be printed to be used as individual tasks. It is also possible for teachers to save the worksheets, edit and create more worksheets using the given template.

These resource materials offer an introduction to the understanding of chord progressions at AS level. There are 20 downloadable worksheets and answer sheets, also interactive activities for introducing chord progressions. All worksheets are available in SCORCH format and can be printed to be used as individual tasks. It is also possible for teachers to save the worksheets, edit and create more worksheets using the given template.

These resource materials offer an introduction to the understanding of key signatures at AS level. There are 10 downloadable worksheets and answer sheets, also interactive activities for introducing key signatures. All worksheets are available in SCORCH format and can be printed to be used as individual tasks. It is also possible for teachers to save the worksheets, edit and create more worksheets using the given template.

This interactive resource supports the teaching of appraising by concentrating on one of the 8 elements of music - pitch. Through careful and focussed listening they will identify differences in pitch. Visual illustrations are used to show different pitch patterns. The aim is to enable pupils to begin recognising subtle changes in pitch in order for them to appraise pieces of music more accurately.

This is a series of interactive appraising activities available for use in Foundation Phase and Key Stage 2. The activities have been divided into five separate sections, each one containing eight activities. * Voices and Instruments * Texture * Pace * Which word? * Arranging Elements

This interactive activity provides opportunities for the exploration of structure in musical composition. It features a character called Dewi the Dragon. The activity teaches pupils how the order of sounds in a sequence may be changed to create different compositions. Pupils are asked to create their own sequences using instrument sounds they have selected and are then asked to perform these sequences. Pupils are able to use pictorial resources to help them sequence their musical ideas.

Here is a full analysis of the RAVEL Piano Concerto in G Major which is one set work for WJEC A Level Course. The resource has been created for teachers to work through step by step with students and they will require a full score to be able to understand connections made with the work.

A revolutionary new recorder course for the whole class - and non-specialist teacher. * Learn and play together confidently with no heavy preparation beforehand! * This first course is based on simple rhythmic notation using only 4 easy-to-read symbols.

Here is a series of exercises for students currently studying for the WJEC AS level music course. There is a WORD version for students and a teacher version which include the answers. They include three full exercise on each of the following set works and have been divided into the six relevant area.

This is a vocal resource with six songs following the story of the Prodigal Son, you can sing the song with the interactive screens, download a SCORCH copy of the music and a WORD copy of the lyrics. This resource has been created to promote vocal activities from the Foundation Stage through to KS2. The resource has been designed in a manner suitable for the teacher to introduce or to be used independently by the pupils

Here are 4 Classroom Ensembles to be used during Year 7 and are original compositions by Jenny Rimmer. Each ensemble contains a variety of differentiated parts for tuned & untuned percussion instruments, Keyboard and orchestral instruments. Instrumental resources in each school vary and the teacher is given complete freedom to modify which instrument plays the various parts. Pupils, most certainly, should be encouraged to bring in orchestral instruments to the lessons and a number of the ensembles include parts for instruments in B and E flat.

Here is a full analysis of SHOSTAKOVITCH – String Quartet No. 8 which is one set work for WJEC A Level Course. The resource has been created for teachers to work through step by step with students and they will require a full score to be able to understand connections made with the work.

This is a second series of 10 Classroom Ensembles, which can be used during Key Stage 2 . Each ensemble contains at least 4 differentiated parts •a Piano part (two hands) •Glockenspiel (treble clef) •untuned Percussion in each ensemble. Instrumental resources in each school vary and the teacher is given complete freedom to modify which instrument plays the various parts.

A resource that teaches beat and rhythm.

Listen and respond to the tone poem Vltava by Smetana.

Interactie whiteboard activities that introduce pupils to the pentatonic major scale.