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Looking for music resources for secondary music classes that have been tried and tested in the classroom? With 25+ years of experience teaching in secondary schools in the UK and internationally, I am deeply passionate about music and drama education.

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Looking for music resources for secondary music classes that have been tried and tested in the classroom? With 25+ years of experience teaching in secondary schools in the UK and internationally, I am deeply passionate about music and drama education.
Peter and the Wolf - Programme Music lesson
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Peter and the Wolf - Programme Music lesson

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This powerpoint is one of a series of lessons for sale on the page based around famous programme music that is perfect for inspiring music students in secondary school. The powerpoint explains the concept of programme music, has links to relevant online music recordings, and allows students to relate to the musical themes that the composer uses. Homework / extension tasks have been included. The powerpoint can also be used as a starting point for practical work or a composition task based around this famous and much loved work. In the updated powerpoint there is now a composing task and 11 slides.
Listening and project work for general Music - Dance Music
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Listening and project work for general Music - Dance Music

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Listening and project work for Music - Protest Songs
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Listening and project work for Music - Protest Songs

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Fun project work for Music - Reggae
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Fun project work for Music - Reggae

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Project work for general music classes - Boy Bands and Girl Bands
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Project work for general music classes - Boy Bands and Girl Bands

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Fun projects for Music Classes - Funk and Disco Music
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Fun projects for Music Classes - Funk and Disco Music

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Listening projects for secondary Music Classes - Gospel Music
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Listening projects for secondary Music Classes - Gospel Music

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Musical Alphabet Games - fun music starter activity
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Musical Alphabet Games - fun music starter activity

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Looking for a fun and quick game to get to know your students? Looking for a series of musical based games which are perfect as a starter or plenary? Looking for a resource that will engage your general music or music appreciation classes that will work for remote learning or in the classroom? This powerpoint has a series of musical games that will require students to use the alphabet as a reference point. The games can be played individually or in teams. A great ice-breaker series and a fun way to reinforce musical terminology and music appreciation.
Music Curriculum and SOW for KS3 music classes
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Music Curriculum and SOW for KS3 music classes

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Music Curriculum and SOW for KS3 music classes In this comprehensive curriculum you will find a series of units that have been designed for KS3 / middle school students and general music classes. Teaching resources, worksheets and power points to accompany this detailed and comprehensive curriculum are available to buy on my shop! You can tailor the units to your specific musical skill set and the musical resources / equipment you have available. Units can be taught in any order and are designed to last 6 - 7 school weeks. Each unit offers students many opportunities for developing skills in performing, composing, listening and analysing music. All topics have been created to meet the needs of different learners and different music classrooms / equipment available.
Fun  Music project - What is your favourite album?
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Fun Music project - What is your favourite album?

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Fun Music project - what is your favorite album? This is a chance for students to share their favourite album or song as a mini-project. It will require students to focus on listening, appraising and understanding musical genres, styles and historical context. Students are given the opportunity to present their research through a variety of software platforms that work for your school. This is a great task for creating a class play list of music, as well as getting to know the students and encouraging self-expression through music. A great project for team-building and peer relationships throughout the school year.
musical genres topic - Rock 'n' Roll
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musical genres topic - Rock 'n' Roll

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Fun Music Game - Spot the Odd one Out!
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Fun Music Game - Spot the Odd one Out!

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A fun, quick game which is perfect as a starter or plenary. Students need to spot the odd one out - instruments, composers and musical terms. This game can easily be played individually or in teams. 15 fun questions to answer. A great ice-breaker game.
Listening and projects for Music Classes - The Blues
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Listening and projects for Music Classes - The Blues

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical or musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Listening and projects for Music Classes - Big Bands
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Listening and projects for Music Classes - Big Bands

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Musical Genres and Styles Mini-projects Book 1  KS3 & KS4 music
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Musical Genres and Styles Mini-projects Book 1 KS3 & KS4 music

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These worksheets are designed to focus on listening, appraising and understanding of historical context. With limited access to instruments, this is a great way to encourage our students to have a life-long appreciation of musical genres and styles. These worksheets will work perfectly for any teacher who is trying to teach students who have no or limited access to instruments at home. Each worksheet explores different genres and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learned by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Listening and project work for Music - Romantic Period
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Listening and project work for Music - Romantic Period

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical / context already learnt by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Listening and project work - Music that Inspires your Family
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Listening and project work - Music that Inspires your Family

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and musical context already learned by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
Listening and project work for secondary music class - Meditation Music
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Listening and project work for secondary music class - Meditation Music

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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page. Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task or could even be expanded into a longer class project. Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music. There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical and context already learned by the students. Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.