The ‘Advanced Study’ series is designed for high-ability and/or A-level pupils who are preparing for further study at university. This short resource explores the fundamentals of Historical Performance Practice, the reasoning behind it, and certain things for pupils to look out for as they become more advanced musicians. There are also embedded audio examples to help pupils identify these features. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

The ‘Advanced Study’ series is designed for high-ability and/or A-level pupils who are preparing for further study at university. This resource explores the fundamentals of Modernism, it’s origins, and the main musical features that composers often employ. There are also embedded audio examples to help pupils identify these features. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

The ‘Advanced Study’ series is designed for high-ability and/or A-level pupils who are preparing for further study at university. This resource explores the fundamentals of Orientalism, it’s origins, and the main musical features that composers often employ. There are also embedded audio examples to help pupils identify these features. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

This is an in-depth exploration of the characteristics of tape, and the nature of recordings made with tape. This resource also explores all of the essential knowledge pupils require regarding the anatomy of a tape machine, and also an introduction to the editing process when recording with tape. This resource is a great way to improve pupils’ (and teachers’) knowledge and understanding of a technology that is rarely practised but is an essential part of the specification. Includes: Magnetic Tape anatomy Tape Machine anatomy Tape head develops and explanation AC Bias Saturation + Soft Clipping Drift, Wow, and Flutter Print-through Cross-talk This resource is also an excellent companion to the upcoming ‘Sound of Popular Music’ series, in which the historical context of this tape technology is explored in more detail, providing pupils with a solid foundation upon which to build high quality extended answers, rich in both technical and contextual information.

The final Powerpoint in a series of four exploring the weird and wonderful world of Western Classical Music after the Common Practice Period at the beginning of, and throughout, the 20th Century. Whilst focusing on musical features, this resource also breaks down some of the thinking behind the music in simple ways that pupils can digest. NB - As the 20th century contains many different approaches and styles, this resource explores only Impressionism and Modernism Includes: Musical and video examples (embedded YouTube clips) Relevant Composers A brief exploration of the musical and historical context Homework/classwork tasks

The third Powerpoint in a series of four exploring the musical features and development of Western Classical Music within (and slightly after) the Common Practice Period. This Powerpoint, designed to aid the teaching of The Romantic Period, includes a brief exploration of relevant musical features and the historical context in which the music was written. Includes: Musical and video examples (embedded YouTube clips) Relevant Composers A brief exploration of the musical and historical context

The second Powerpoint in a series of four exploring the musical features and development of Western Classical Music within (and slightly after) the Common Practice Period. This Powerpoint, designed to aid the teaching of The Classical Period, includes a brief exploration of relevant musical features and the historical context in which the music was written. Includes: Musical and video examples (embedded YouTube clips) Relevant Composers A brief exploration of the musical and historical context Homework/classwork tasks

The first Powerpoint in a series of four exploring the musical features and development of Western Classical Music within (and slightly after) the Common Practice Period. This Powerpoint, designed to aid the teaching of The Baroque Period, includes a brief exploration of relevant musical features and the historical context in which the music was written. Includes: Musical and video examples (embedded YouTube clips) Relevant Composers A brief exploration of the musical and historical context Homework/classwork tasks

A grid to quickly allow students to work out the correct chords in any major key. Can be used with younger pupils who are just starting their compositional journeys or more GCSE or A Level pupils who need a quick compositional reference tool.

Three lead sheets for the traditional melody ‘Amazing Grace’, from a simple version (utilising chords I, IV, and V) to a hard, reharmonised version using chord extensions and alterations. Perfect for: teaching chords teaching treble clef ensemble and/or small group performance more advanced harmony and reharmonisation

A simple lead sheet for the purposes of teaching chords, treble clef reading, syncopated rhythms, or for use in ensemble work.

A presentation that outlines different orchestral instrument families (except percussion - see note below) and common playing techniques, including many audio-visual and notation examples. This resource could be used as an extension of an ‘Instruments of the Orchestra’ Scheme of Work, or as a resource for GCSE and A level Music pupils who are developing their composition skills. The audio/video examples come from a wide variety of composers within the classical tradition, exposing pupils to music outside of the normal syllabus. Where possible, the videos not only provide an audio stimulus but also a visual one, where the pupils can see the technique in action and/or what it looks like on a score. I hope you enjoy this resource. NB - The Percussion section is not included in this resource, as there are a huge number of unusual playing techniques specific to each individual piece of percussion; too many to cover in a short presentation.