Snowpiercer and A study of Minimalism in Music

Snowpiercer - a study of Minimalism.

Lots of Year 9 pupils might be watching Snowpiercer on Netflix even though it’s a 15+. Knowing the series, the title of the learning scheme may pique their interest!! It is suitable in terms of ability for Years 8 and 9 I think.

All of this work can be used for remote learning, tweaked in the way you want (telling them where to upload their work etc) and focuses on:

• listening and analysing minimalist music
• performing a minimalist piece (Metamorphosis) on Chrome Music Lab shared piano (in 4s or 2s),
• Arranging a piece of minimalism on Chrome Music Lab (in collaboration - I have started 2 pieces for them),
• Composing their own train themes,
• Fact files and
• Further listening.

No need for any other music platforms apart from Chrome Music Lab.
All free as long as pupils have a computer!

It does not just focus on Snowpiercer. as there is work in there by other composers, but the title is aimed at pupil engagement in these difficult times.