Music Wordsearch - Tempo and Dynamics
This wordsearch is great for students to recap key words in music.
The students must use one colour pen for finding the dynamic related words, and a different colour for finding the tempo words. This will test students knowledge, while also building their music vocabulary.
Bonus tip: Ask students to write out the definitions next to each key word.
The words involved in this resource:
Lento
Grave
Vivace
Andante
Presto
Piano
Largo
Adagio
Forte
Moderato
Pianissimo
Fortissimo
Allegro
This resource includes an easy to understand explanation of:
– Explaining what a cadence is
– Explaining the difference between finished and unfinished cadences
– Finished: Perfect and Plagal cadences
– Unfinished: Imperfect and Interrupted cadences
This is a great resource for students to stick into their copy books or folders. It is an A4 size and is in PDF format.
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This involves an info-graphic and three worksheets: an exercise, a place to write definitions, and a quiz.
This is great for students to learn the elements of music and to become familiar with these key words.
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This resource has a diagram for homophonic, monophonic and polyphonic textures of music.
There is also an activity based on texture which can be assigned as homework or extra activities.
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These are categories to place on dividers for a Leaving Cert Music Folder. (corresponding to set A)
The dividers include:
Title page/category (e.g a category of the folder would beAural skills)
A contents page ( so students can keep track of what is in each divider category)
Tabs (For students to stick on to their dividers for easy access)
The categories included:
Aural Skills
Music Vocabulary
Melody
Harmony
Practical/Performance
Music Tech
Barry
Queen
Tchaikovsky
Bach
This help students to stay organised during the leaving cert year
This resource includes 6 (a4) sheets for students to colour in. All themed for the spooky season! This is great for mindful colouring, or for keeping the kids busy! Enjoy!
***Peter and the Wolf | Music Worksheet
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This educational resource offers an in-depth exploration of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, a beloved musical symphony for children. Designed for music students and educators, the guide includes thoughtful activities and analysis prompts that enhance the understanding of how Prokofiev uses orchestration to tell a story.
Learners will discover how different instruments represent characters through melody, rhythm, and timbre, with specific sections analyzing contrasts like Peter’s theme (played by strings) and the Wolf’s theme (French horns). The resource also includes questions on the bird’s flute theme transformation and timbral contrasts that enhance narrative storytelling, making it ideal for classroom discussions or individual study.
This guide is perfect for anyone wanting to explore the connection between music and narrative in classical works and would be valuable in educational settings focused on music appreciation, composition, or performance analysis. (music not included, I often use the David Bowie Narrated version on youtube for students)
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**Creativity Development Worksheet (3pgs):
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Ignite your imagination with this engaging Creativity Development Worksheet! Designed to inspire creative thinking, storytelling, and problem-solving, this worksheet guides you through fun activities that challenge you to think outside the box. From brainstorming unusual uses for everyday objects to inventing new characters and solutions, each section is crafted to spark your creativity. Perfect for students of all ages, this worksheet is a great tool for enhancing creative skills in both the classroom and at home. Let your imagination run wild!
Teacher’s Notes:
Encourage students to share their ideas with the class.
Highlight the importance of creativity in problem-solving and everyday life.
Use this worksheet as a springboard for further creative projects and activities.
This worksheet aims to stimulate students’ imagination and encourage creative thinking through various activities. It can be used as a stand-alone activity or incorporated into broader lesson plans.
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**Tonic Solfa Worksheet
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Enhance Your Music Lessons with this Comprehensive Tonic Solfa Worksheet!
This versatile worksheet is the perfect companion for any lesson centered around tonic solfa. Designed for students of all ages, it provides engaging exercises that help them master essential music theory skills. Students will identify key signatures, note names, and determine which note is ‘doh’. They’ll also practice writing tonic solfa under each note on the stave.
This resource effectively supports the development of key skills, including:
Recognizing key and time signatures
Identifying note names and scales
Understanding and applying tonic solfa notation
Whether you’re teaching beginners or more advanced students, this worksheet is an invaluable tool for reinforcing fundamental music theory concepts. (This could also be used to assess students also!)
This is a one page worksheet and deals with C major, G major and F major scales.
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**Film Studies: Camera Angles Worksheet
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This is a three page resource including:
A page of definitions for:
Wide shot
Midshot
Close up
Extreme closeup
Depth of field
Over the shoulder shot
Panning
Tilt
The second page of the resource is a task where students can describe the camera angles in scenes they watch.
The third page is an activity for students to write about why/how they would use different angles in scenes.
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**Music Rhythm/Sight clapping Tips
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This resource is designed to help students develop their rhythm reading and clapping skills by connecting visual rhythms to physical movement. It includes two engaging practice sheets:
Number-Based Counting Sheet: Ideal for students who prefer counting rhythms using numbers, this sheet provides a clear, structured way to break down rhythm patterns and practice clapping in time.
Rhyme-Based Counting Sheet: This version introduces a creative approach, where students use rhymes and familiar words to internalize rhythmic patterns. It makes rhythm practice more fun and relatable, especially for younger learners.
Both sheets include blank spaces for students to personalize their practice by writing their own words or phrases to match the rhythms, encouraging creativity and deeper understanding. Perfect for classroom use, private lessons, or individual practice, this resource helps students of all learning styles improve their rhythmic accuracy and confidence.
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**Student Goal setting and Vision board
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This resource is to help students set goals for the school year. This involves academic, personal, health and joy goals. The aim of this resource is for students to have something that inspires them to be the best version of themselves. This resource includes:
Goal setting page
Goal emotion page (how would it feel to achieve these goals)
Goal plan page (what can I do to help me achieve these goals)
Vision board canvas for students to add pictures. This page can then be placed where they will see it everyday at home.
This resource is to help students keep a balanced lifestyle throughout the year. This can be used for any subject.
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**6 Halloween colouring sheets
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This resource includes 6 (a4) sheets for students to colour in. All themed for the spooky season! This is great for mindful colouring, or for keeping the kids busy! Enjoy!
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**Elements of Music Activity (Junior Cycle/Leaving Cert/GCSE)
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This two-page PDF resource is designed to help students review and reinforce their understanding of the key elements of music. Perfect for individual or pair work, this activity supports students in recalling essential music terminology and deepening their understanding:
Page 1: Encourages students to remember and list the core elements of music, serving as a quick and engaging recap.
Page 2: Guides students in building a vocabulary bank, where they define and explain each music element using descriptive terms, fostering a deeper comprehension of how these elements function in musical contexts.
This resource is ideal for easing students back into music class, offering a structured yet creative way to revisit foundational concepts. Whether used as a warm-up activity or a review tool, it’s perfect for refreshing students’ musical knowledge and encouraging active engagement.
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**Oíche Shamhna - 6 Different Colouring sheets for Halloween!
This resource includes 6 (a4) sheets for students to colour in (As Gaeilge). All themed for the spooky season (Oíche Shamhna)! This is great for mindful colouring, or for keeping the kids busy! Enjoy!
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**Aural Lesson Worksheet – ‘Les Toreadors’ from Carmen Suite No. 1’ (F1 Themed)
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Engage your students with this aural lesson worksheet designed to accompany the listening of ‘Les Toreadors’ from Carmen Suite No. 1, composed by Romantic-era composer Georges Bizet.
This lively piece, often recognized by students from Formula One podium ceremonies, offers a fantastic opportunity to connect prior knowledge with music learning.
This worksheet includes:
Independent Research: Students find and note three facts about Georges Bizet.
Reflection: A space for students to share if they’ve heard the piece before and describe the emotions it evokes.
Musical Analysis: A section for analyzing the music’s tempo, dynamics, and Romantic-era characteristics.
Creative Response: Students draw an image representing what comes to mind when they hear the music.
This resource combines listening, reflection, and analysis, making it perfect for introducing music appreciation and critical thinking.
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**Elements of Music Vocab Builder Worksheet/Aid (Junior Cycle/Leaving Cert music/GCSE)
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This resource is a practical tool designed to help students build a comprehensive music vocabulary over time. It features a Music Elements Wheel, which can be glued into students’ music notebooks for ongoing reference. As students learn new musical terms, they can fill in each section of the wheel with relevant vocabulary corresponding to different elements of music, such as adding “allegro” and “largo” under Tempo.
Perfect for continuous use throughout the school year, this resource serves as a personal word bank that students can refer to during aural tasks and when describing music. It’s a highly effective way to support vocabulary development, ensuring that students have a structured and accessible way to recall key musical terms as their learning progresses.
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Comprehensive Study Notes on Key Musical Eras – Perfect for Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate Students!
This resource offers detailed study notes and class handouts covering the essential musical eras:
Baroque
Classical
Romantic
Contemporary (20th Century)
Each A4 sheet breaks down the distinctive musical features of each era in easy-to-read bullet points, making complex concepts accessible for students. You’ll also find:
Three key composers from each era, with examples of their works
A breakdown of specific features in the music that align with each era’s characteristics
These sheets are ideal for helping students become familiar with earlier music genres while honing their ability to identify era-specific elements in the pieces they study.
Perfect for both Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate music courses!
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**My Music Playlist Worksheet
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This resource is a fun way for students to share their favourite songs.
This resource lets students make a playlist of 4 songs.
Once they finish their playlist, there is a space for them to draw the cover art of their favourite song.
This is a great way for students to ease into their music classes, with a chance to have fun and show the teachers what music they like!
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This resource involves a back to school bingo activity. This is a great game to add to your lessons for breaking the ice after the summer break.
There is one calling card and 30 playing cards to be printed.
The words used are random words related to music.
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