The “Name Song and Band Emoji Music QUIZ” is a great end-of-term activity or a beginning-of-the-year engaging music quiz to get students talking and to break the ice at the start of a new academic year. The quiz is focused on popular song Titles and Bands/Artists from a wide range of popular musical genres and with appealing cryptic clues that will get the class thinking logically. The quiz comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great to share ideas and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. QUESTION SHEET - Name Song and Band Emoji Music QUIZ (.pdf) QUESTION SHEET - Name Song and Band Emoji Music QUIZ (.pptx PowerPoint - read-only) ANSWER SHEET - Name Song and Band Emoji Music QUIZ (.pdf) GOOGLE SLIDES™ - Resource sheet with links to Digital Learning version of material (.pdf)

Learning about Leitmotifs and music in films is important as it enhances our appreciation for the artistry behind the music and its emotional impact on the audience. The ‘Hedwig’, in the ‘Harry Potter’ films by the renowned John Williams is one of the most famous leitmotifs of all time. It also helps us develop analytical, critical thinking, creative, cultural awareness, and attention to detail skills. Understanding music in films is essential in appreciating its contribution to storytelling and the audience’s emotional experience. These resources feature thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical uses within film and television; everything from Jaw to James Bond, Darth Vader, the “One Ring” from Lord of the Rings, and many, many more. This range of worksheets provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in film and television, explore the wider role of music within the film, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of film music and score composition. These Leitmotifs and Film Music worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, and a Powerpoint presentation with answers to use at the front of the classroom, great to share ideas and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing film and television industry.

Starting any mix is difficult; not knowing the sound you are going for, what instrument to listen to first and what FX to use first.** 5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing** will help you over come this and help develop all the skills you need to mix quickly and professionally. Any mix is basically bringing together everything from the recording stage and placing it all together in one comprehensible track that sounds like it is all one performance and NOT just a load of different parts that happen to all be playing at the same time. 5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing will give you some great ideas that will change the way and methods you use for mixing. Covered in “5 Step Guide to Basic Mixing”: Dynamic Balance Use of Compression and Gates How to reduce background noise Creative use of the Stereo-field through basic panning techniques Tonal balance and EQ Creating depth within your mix Using Reverb The finished product

This infographic and supporting presentation provide an extremely detailed account of the history, timeline and major elements of the HipHop genre through the ages. Overing all the major developments and compositional elements, this resource closely looks at Hip-Hop through the different stages from its birth in the early 1980s and all the way to modern-day HipHop Styles. In this package: INFOGRAPHIC - Ages of HipHop (.pdf High quality) POWERPOINT - INFOGRAPHIC-Ages of HipHop (.pptx PowerPoint - read-only) GOOGLE SLIDES™ - Resource sheet with links to Digital Learning version of material (.pdf)

Name that Music Software is a great end of term activity or a beginning of the year engaging quiz to get students talking and to break the ice at the start of a new academic year. The quiz is focused upon recognizing and identifying common everyday music software. The names are given at the top of each pages and the learners need to label the instruments correctly. In this package: Name that Music Software - FULL QUIZZ (.pdf file) ANSWER SHEET – Name that Music Software - FULL QUIZZ (.pdf file)

Music Missing Letters + Worksheets The Music Espionage - The Music Missing Letters worksheet is a great, small worksheets that could be used at the beginning of a lesson to prepare learners for the upcoming class or used as an additional task, maybe because some learners are up-to-date with their other work and waiting for students to catch-up. One of the hallmarks of good teaching is building on what your students already know to bolster confidence. This short worksheet does that because it builds upon basic English skills and applies this to a musical theme or context. In this package: MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 1-Worksheet – (.pdf file) ANSWERS- MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 1– (.pdf file) MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 2-Worksheet – (.pdf file) ANSWERS- MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 2– (.pdf file) MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 3-Worksheet – (.pdf file) ANSWERS- MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 3– (.pdf file) MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 4-Worksheet – (.pdf file) ANSWERS- MUSIC Missing Letters-Page 4– (.pdf file)

This guide to Common Recording Techniques will help you record all instruments to a higher and more professional standard. Giving you all the skills you need. If you don’t get the recording perfect then no-matter what you do at the mixing stage it will sound bad. This guide will help you better understand the basics of recording to ensure you get a top quality sound. Covered in ‘Common Recording Techniques’ Audio chain, following the patch of the sound Dynamic microphones Condenser microphones How to record drums Recording Bass and Electric guitars Getting a better sound for acoustic guitars How to mic a piano Recording vocals Important words to remember when recording

Revolutionize your soundscapes with our teaching resource poster spotlighting the art of audio EQ on diverse instruments! Unleash the potential of electric guitars and drums by mastering the nuances of equalization. Posters are an extremely useful tool to aid learning and can motivate students to learn a specific topic. They can help learners to focus on a certain idea, fact, event or process. They are convenient both for pupils and teachers as they help students to absorb the material faster. This really useful poster covers the full range of important aspects found within Audio EQ: Acoustic Guitar EQ Settings Electric Guitar EQ Settings Vocals EQ Settings Kick Drums EQ Settings In this package: POSTER – A2 (42 x 59.4 cm .png) POSTER – A2 (42 x 59.4 cm .pdf) POSTER - POWERPOINT (.pptx PowerPoint - read-only) GOOGLE SLIDES™ - Resource sheet with links to Digital Learning version of material (.pdf)

Reverberation, or reverb refers to the way sound waves reflect off various surfaces and the very slight delay before reaching the listener’s ear. Being able to comprehend how Reverb works and when best to use it within any mix will leave you at a massive advantage. Lets be honest, in the music industry we all need as much help as we can get! Understanding Reverb is a tutorial, reference material written and created by The Music Espionage and has everything you need to know to get you head around everything Reverb! Understanding Reverb was created for both students and lecturers in mind and covers all the basic elements of Reverb and can be applied to any musical software you might be using. Covered in ‘Understanding Reverb’: What is Reverberation Reverb and Delay Direct, Early Reflections and Decay – Parts of Reverb Reverb Control Parameters Reverb types – Chamber, Plate, Spring, Gated Reverse Reverb Using Reverb

Wanting to learn more about mixing and creating the perfect sound? This 40 page presentation is for you and could a massive help if you are learning or teaching music pre and post production techniques. The strange art of mixing and post-production is always confusing. It’s difficult to know where to start, what instruments should sound like and the equipment needed to ensure your recording sound finished and to a professional standard. I have put together this guide to talk you through the process; Preparing the Mix. Before starting any mix it’s important to consider…. Referencing Monitoring Speakers (Placement and anomalies) Starting points for your mix Mixing Techniques Aux Sends and Returns Spatial FX Dynamics The Frequency Range

Improve your students’ listening skills and help them develop their auditory perception with this range of engaging worksheets! This resource features thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical styles; everything from Jazz, DooWop, Grunge, R&B, Rock and Roll, Gospel and many, many more. The worksheets come with a range of different listening questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each listening skills exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. “Stan” by Eminem featuring Dido is a narrative-driven song that tells the story of an obsessive fan and his descent into madness. Written by Eminem, it is well known for featuring vocals sampled from the opening lines of British singer Dido’s song “Thank You”.

Studying Music in Video Games is a fantastic way to engage learners, help develop their auditory perception, enhance cultural literacy, foster creativity, and better understand career opportunities in the growing field of video game sound design and composition. This worksheet covers the amazing music in Minecraft, “Subwoofer Lullaby". Furthermore, worksheets provide an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in video games, explore the wider role of sound in games, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of game music development. These video game music worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing gaming industry.

Improve your students’ listening skills and help them develop their auditory perception with this range of engaging worksheets! This resource features thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical styles; everything from Jazz, DooWop, Grunge, R&B, Rock and Roll, Gospel and many, many more. The worksheets come with a range of different listening questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each listening skills exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. “Don’t Look Back in Anger” is a song by English rock band Oasis. Written by the band’s guitarist and main songwriter Noel Gallagher in 1996. The song later became an anthem of solidarity after the Manchester terrorist attack, in 2017.

Improve your students’ listening skills and help them develop their auditory perception with this range of engaging worksheets! This resource features thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical styles; everything from Jazz, DooWop, Grunge, R&B, Rock and Roll, Gospel and many, many more. The worksheets come with a range of different listening questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each listening skills exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. Composed by Ben E. King, an American soul and R&B singer and record producer. He rose to prominence in the R&B vocal group ‘The Drifters’. He left to pursue a solo career and soon signed with Atco Records before soon releasing this song, his most famous hit.

Unlock the secrets of audio compression with our comprehensive teaching resource poster! Dive deep into the core parameters of common audio compression units, demystifying the art of dynamic range control. From threshold to ratio, attack to release, this poster is a visual feast of essential concepts. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned audio enthusiasts, it’s an indispensable guide for anyone looking to master the intricate world of audio compression. The ‘Compression Explained’ Poster is one of many explaining a wide range of features for Music and Music Technology. Posters are an extremely useful tool to aid learning and can motivate students to learn a specific topic. They can help learners to focus on a certain idea, fact, event or process. They are convenient both for pupils and teachers as they help students to absorb the material faster. This resource also comes with a free video link explaining and demonstrating audio compression, along with a free infographic showing compression Input/Output. This really useful poster covers the full range of important aspects found within Audio Compression: What is a compressor? Threshold Ratio Output Gain Knee Attack Release Top/Tip for compression Link to a free video explaining Compression in more detail. In this package: POSTER – A2 (42 x 59.4 cm .png) POSTER – A2 (42 x 59.4 cm .pdf) POSTER - POWERPOINT (.pptx PowerPoint - read-only) GOOGLE SLIDES™ - Resource sheet with links to Digital Learning version of material (.pdf) INFOGRAPHIC - Compression Input/Output (.jpeg)

Improve your students’ listening skills and help them develop their auditory perception with this range of engaging worksheets! This resource features thought-provoking questions and exercises to help students develop their understanding of a broad range of different musical styles; everything from Jazz, DooWop, Grunge, R&B, Rock and Roll, Gospel and many, many more. The worksheets come with a range of different listening questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each listening skills exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. “Help!” is a song by the English rock band the Beatles that served as the title song for their film “Help!” (1965). Lennon wrote the lyrics of the song to express his stress after the Beatles’ quick rise to success. "I was fat and depressed and I was crying out for ‘Help’. “Help!” went to number 1 on both the UK and US singles charts in the late summer of 1965.

Blues - Quick Outline, is one of many infographics that outline the main features and elements of popular music styles and genres. These quick summaries would act as a great study guide to give a concise and detailed look at different Pop music key characteristics and qualities. Each poster comes with embedded YouTube links to musical examples and breaks the style into these key areas: · Instrumentation · Performance & Arrangement · Technology & Production · Main Artists/Bands · Influences · Key Facts & Terminology Posters and displays are an extremely useful tool to aid learning and can motivate students to learn a specific topic. They can help learners to focus on a certain idea, fact, event, or process. They are convenient both for pupils and teachers as they help students to absorb the material faster and but used again and again for a range of materials. In this package: OUTLINE-POSTER – (.png HD quality image file) OUTLINE-POSTER – (.pdf with embedded links) POWERPOINT Version POSTER - (.pptx - read-only) GOOGLE SLIDES™ - Resource sheet with links to Digital Learning version of material (.pdf) ===================================================== Product License: Unlimited copies for you. However, you may not distribute additional copies to friends, fellow teachers, or students. Freebies and Discounts: Follow me on my store to stay updated with discounts and freebies. There are also lots of Free resources offered in my store! Comments…We Love 'Em! Your feedback brightens our day and helps us continually improve our products. If you download this, we’d appreciate it if you’d leave a comment. Thanks! Get Social with The Music Espionage: If you would like to see more of our lessons, infographics, and teaching resources please like and follow on social media platforms and the TpT store. Why not even become a Fan on Patreon, and get early access to material, free video lesson content, and lots, lots more.

Reggae - Quick Outline, is one of many infographics that outline the main features and elements of popular music styles and genres. These quick summaries would act as a great study guide to give a concise and detailed look at different Pop music key characteristics and qualities. Each poster comes with embedded YouTube links to musical examples and breaks the style into these key areas: · Instrumentation · Performance & Arrangement · Technology & Production · Main Artists/Bands · Influences · Key Facts & Terminology Posters and displays are an extremely useful tool to aid learning and can motivate students to learn a specific topic. They can help learners to focus on a certain idea, fact, event, or process. They are convenient both for pupils and teachers as they help students to absorb the material faster and but used again and again for a range of materials. In this package: OUTLINE-POSTER – (.png HD quality image file) OUTLINE-POSTER – (.pdf with embedded links) POWERPOINT Version POSTER - (.pptx - read-only) GOOGLE SLIDES™ - Resource sheet with links to Digital Learning version of material (.pdf) ===================================================== Product License: Unlimited copies for you. However, you may not distribute additional copies to friends, fellow teachers, or students. Freebies and Discounts: Follow me on my store to stay updated with discounts and freebies. There are also lots of Free resources offered in my store! Comments…We Love 'Em! Your feedback brightens our day and helps us continually improve our products. If you download this, we’d appreciate it if you’d leave a comment. Thanks! Get Social with The Music Espionage: If you would like to see more of our lessons, infographics, and teaching resources please like and follow on social media platforms and the store. Why not even become a Fan on Patreon, and get early access to material, free video lesson content, and lots, lots more.

Studying Music in Video Games is a fantastic way to engage learners, help develop their auditory perception, enhance cultural literacy, foster creativity, and better understand career opportunities in the growing field of video game sound design and composition. This worksheet covers the amazing music in Super Mario Bros., “Overworld Theme". Furthermore, worksheets provide an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in video games, explore the wider role of sound in games, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of game music development. These video game music worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing gaming industry.

Studying Music in Video Games is a fantastic way to engage learners, help develop their auditory perception, enhance cultural literacy, foster creativity, and better understand career opportunities in the growing field of video game sound design and composition. This worksheet covers the amazing music in The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time, “Gerudo Valley Theme”. Furthermore, worksheets provide an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about the importance of listening to music in video games, explore the wider role of sound in games, develop critical listening skills, and learn about technical aspects of game music development. These video game music worksheets come with a range of different listening analysing questions, from multiple-choice, to short statements and those that require longer, more detailed responses. Moreover, every worksheet also has a related “Further Analysis & Discussion” question. Each of these is unique, and an excellent way to build upon knowledge gained and spark further classroom discussion in small groups or with the whole class. Each exercise comes with a printable worksheet, a Powerpoint version to use at the front of the classroom, great to share answers and write directly on using Smartboards. A printable Answer Sheet, saving you time with marking. Finally, a Google Slides version, which you can save to your own Drive, and a TpT Easel activity for learners to complete and submit online. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to incorporate modern cultural elements into their music curriculum while also helping students develop skills relevant to the growing gaming industry.