Your pupils are sure to love this different approach to creative writing! Using an interactive soundscape, you and your pupils can explore a variety of farm and barnyard sounds and use this to prompt writing. It also develops listening skills, encourages imagination and is a fun way to rethink story writing. This resource contains: interactive soundscape (I think this is a unique type of product on TES!) pupil worksheets (4 tasks) teacher instructions terms of use and credits A soundscape on its own (Rainforest) is available for free from my store if you want to try before you buy. Other soundscape stories, including rainforest/jungle, space and enchanted forest are available or coming soon! Please note: you MUST have Microsoft PowerPoint installed on your computer/mac to run this resource. The animations will not work properly in the browser version or on alternative software such as Google slides.

I originally arranged this piece to be a fun technique exercise for my vocal group to work on after concert season – but it proved to be such a hit we included it in the next show! This is a short, snappy arrangement of the Scott Joplin favourite, Maple Leaf Rag. What it lacks in length (around 30 seconds!) it more than makes up for with content – your choir will work on their pitch, chromatic intervals, syncopation, dynamic contrast and more! If your choir find the soprano 1 part too difficult, it could be played on an instrument with the choir providing the accompaniment through the other parts. Once the choir knows it well, it can be used as a really fun warm-up exercise too!

This is a simple piano arrangement of a fun, popular Halloween piece which could also be enjoyed year-round. Beginner-intermediate pupils who can read the full stave should learn this piece reasonably quickly. Each hand features single melody or two note chords, with changes of hand position including up to one leger line. The rhythms are very straightforward. This arrangement is 12 bars long, includes no syncopation, one flat in the key signature, dynamics and fingering suggestions. The downloadable file is in PDF format and features helpful tips for the pupil and teacher. The lyrics are also included in case your pupil wants to sing along! This could be used in one-to-one lessons, for recitals, in larger piano or keyboard classes or just for fun!

Do you need a basic Music Theory course that is not babyish? Are your middle school or older learners put off by cute clipart and exercises counting animals? Are you looking for a theory course which will teach or revise the basics in an engaging but age-appropriate way? THIS is why I created this course! This is Book 3 in the series. Books 1-3 introduce the basics of music theory, which you might want to use as revision for your classes, or to start from the beginning with older learners with no prior music experience. Topics included in Book 3 are: Intervals Tones and Semitones More Leger Lines Compound Time Major Key Signatures Scales Tonic Triads Signs and Symbols Sequences Italian Terms The workbook also contains space for students to make notes, and a self-reflection task for them to evaluate their progress. 2 versions of the booklet are included, one with USA terms (staff, whole note, measure etc) and one with UK terms (stave, semibreve, bar etc). See the product preview for more detail. The printable workbook is in PDF format and is 14 pages long. There is one page for each of the ten topics, each with clear explanations and two written tasks for pupils. This booklet is versatile and can be used in class, as homework, with whole classes or even by individual piano teachers or instrumental teachers on a one-to-one basis. It is designed to be worked through in order, spending a little time each lesson on theory, over 10 weeks in total. This workbook follows on from book 1 and book 2 (available here) or save money and buy all 3 as a bundle! I have used this booklet for years with my own students, usually from age 8-12, but the clear layout makes it suitable for any age. I have also used it with adult beginner piano pupils, who did not want to work from materials aimed at young children. Please let me know how you use it!

Revising basic music theory or teaching older learners? Do you need a Music Theory course that is not babyish, includes varied written exercises and self reflection? Are your students ready to move beyond the basic note names and note values? THIS is why I created this course! This is Book 4 in the series. Books 1-3 introduce the basics of music theory, which you might want to use as revision for your classes, or to start from the beginning with older learners with no prior music experience. Topics included in Book 4 are: Simple Time Groupings More Key Signatures Relative Minor Chords I, IV and V Triplets Further Tempo Enharmonic Transposing an Octave Signs and Symbols Italian Terms The workbook also contains space for students to make notes, and a self-reflection task for them to evaluate their progress. 2 versions of the booklet are included, one with USA terms (staff, whole note, measure etc) and one with UK terms (stave, semibreve, bar etc). The printable workbook is in PDF format and is 14 pages long. There is one page for each of the ten topics, each with clear explanations and two written tasks for pupils. This booklet is versatile and can be used in class, as homework, with whole classes or even by individual piano teachers or instrumental teachers on a one-to-one basis. It is designed to be worked through in order, spending a little time each lesson on theory, over 10 weeks in total. This workbook follows on from books 1-3 (available here); books 5-6 coming soon! I have used this booklet for years with my own students, usually from age 8-12, but the clear layout makes it suitable for any age. I have also used it with adult beginner piano pupils, who did not want to work from materials aimed at young children. Please let me know how you use it! These theory workbooks are not affiliated with any particular curriculum or examination board, but books 4-6 are aimed at the following approximate levels: England/Wales GCSE Scottish SQA Higher and Advanced Higher ABRSM grade 2 theory Trinity grade 2 theory LCM grade 2 theory RCM Canada grade 3 AMEB Australia grade 2

This printable scavenger hunt activity will engage your students as they learn about the musical periods! Using reading passages, questions and code words, your students will be actively involved in their learning as they move around the room to complete the task. Your pupils can work alone or in groups to solve clues, following a fun storyline about a broken down time machine. They will move around the room, reading 10 passages of information as they search for the clues to solve the mystery word and code required to finish the scavenger hunt. They will love the friendly competition of trying to be the first to complete the mystery! If you are looking for a unique way to introduce musical periods (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th Century/Modern) while encouraging movement and problem solving skills, this product is perfect for you. You can hang the cards on the wall, hide them, scatter them on the floor: How you choose to set it up in your classroom is up to you. Students will revisit each card text multiple times, practicing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills as they rotate around the room seeking text evidence. To ensure understanding of the subject matter, students will answer questions that can be found directly in the reading passages. No prior knowledge is needed. WHAT I LOVE: This activity is ready to print and go - set up time is minimal. No prior knowledge is required so it can be an exciting way to introduce the topic of the eras of European Classical Music. It can even be used with a sub! No technology, instruments or specialist knowledge is needed. WHAT’S INCLUDED? 10 Short Reading Passages 10 Questions Student Answer Sheet Student Directions Teacher Directions Teacher Answer Key

Get in the mood for a summer of sporting events with this printable escape room! Great for an end-of-year treat, fun lesson, rainy day indoor activity, summer camp, summer school, home school, birthday party and more! What is it? The trend of Escape Rooms shows no sign of slowing down! A series of puzzles are solved/decoded by the pupils, eventually leading to a code being revealed which allows them to “escape”. This printable escape room kit contains everything you need. What is included? Storyline and directions 8 puzzles A final Crack the Code puzzle Detailed instructions Optional hints Answers Suggestions for set-up and differentiation What’s the theme? The theme is sports - this will be particularly popular in Summer 2024 but has been kept generic enough to be used at any time! Each of the 8 puzzles uses words from different kinds of sports, sure to capture every child’s interest! Everything from track and field to gymnastics, swimming, tennis, winter sports, equestrian and more! What is required of the teacher? Print the puzzles as instructed, and take ten minutes to familiarize yourself with the format of the lesson. Who is this lesson for? Although aimed at middle school ages, this escape room could be enjoyed by older or younger students too! What do we love about this product? It’s super easy to prepare and run this escape room. No prior knowledge is required. It’s not specific to any subject (although the theme is sports). It’s flexible and can be used with different ages, any size of group and in any room, setting or space. Students can work alone, in pairs or in small groups. Students will be engaged in solving the puzzles and enjoying some fun competition. It can be differentiated (yes, really!) with the included hint sheets. Set-up is quick and easy, but suggestions are given if you want to step up the dramatics! It’s sure to be a hit, especially with sporty kids!

These digital flashcards will help your students learn and revise vocal msuci concepts such as voice types, opera, chorale, lied and descant! There are 3 levels with 20 questions in each so you can choose the set that suits your class best, or differentiate by assigning different levels to individual students! This revision game is interactive and students can check their own work as they go. Check out the video to see how the product works, and the preview to see what terms are included in each set. The game is easy to follow and instructions are included. PLEASE NOTE this product is a PowerPoint and requires PowerPoint to open. It will not function correctly on google slides or other alternative software. A cappella, Accompanied, Alto, Anthem, Antiphonal, Aria, Ayre, Ballett, Baritone, Bass, Choir, Chorale, Chorus, Coloratura, Counter tenor, Da capo aria, Descant, Harmony, Lied, Madrigal, Mass, Melismatic, Mezzo soprano, Motet, Musical, Obbligato, Opera, Oratorio, Plainchant, Recitative, Round, SATB, Song cycle, Soprano, Sprechgesang, Syllabic, Tenor, Unison This product can be used with any curriculum, however it has been designed so that level 1 is SQA National 5, level 2 is SQA higher and level 3 is SQA advanced higher. Teachers following GCSE/A level or other curricula will still be able to use it too!

These digital flashcards will help your pupils learn and revise instrumental music concepts such as orchestra, symphony, pizzicato, fugue and sonata! There are 3 levels with 20 questions in each so you can choose the set that suits your class best, or differentiate by assigning different levels to individual students! This revision game is interactive and students can check their own work as they go. Check out the video to see how the product works, and the preview to see what terms are included in each set. The game is easy to follow and instructions are included. PLEASE NOTE this product is a PowerPoint and requires PowerPoint to open. It will not function correctly on google slides or other alternative software. Alberti bass, Answer, Arco, Baroque, Basso continuo, Binary, Brass, Cadenza, Chamber music, Classical, Concertino, Concerto, Concerto grosso, Consort, Fugue, Galliard, Ground bass, Impressionism, Inversion, Leitmotif, Madrigal, Minimalism, Motet, Nationalism, Neo-classicism, Orchestra, Passacaglia, Pavan, Percussion, Piano trio, Pizzicato, Retrograde, Ripieno, Ritornello, Romantic, Rondo, Sonata, Sonata form, String quartet, Strings, Subject, Symphony, Ternary, Tierce de Picardie, Tone row, Woodwind, 20th Century These flashcards are designed to be general enough for use with any curriculum, however teachers in Scotland will find that level 1 includes concepts up to National 5, level 2 is Higher and level 3 is Advanced Higher.

Do you need music theory quizzes to test your students’ knowledge of more advanced music theory, such as intervals, compound time signatures, chords, inversions and Italian terms? Use them for: assessments homework tracking/monitoring extension work for fast finishers leaving for a sub The quizzes can be used alone (see the preview for topics covered) but they have been designed to work perfectly with my set of Theory Workbooks 4-6. I use them to test pupils’ knowledge and understanding at the end of each book. 2 versions are included - UK and US terminology (crotchets/quarter notes, stave/staff etc). There are so many music theory resources are available, but this course has been designed to progress beyond the basics, on to more complex work. There are 9 quizzes in total; 3 sets of 3. Each set is progressively harder than the last. You can spend a little time on theory each lesson, fitting it in around your usual curriculum, and giving your students an excellent grounding in musical literacy!

Are you looking for a Christmas activity for your music class which is fun, engaging, reinforces note recognition AND gets them playing a Christmas classic on their instruments? This printable treasure hunt is low-prep and is the perfect seasonal game for those last lessons before Christmas! What’s included? Pupil worksheets (color and B&W versions included) 6x elves to hide around your classroom Teacher instructions Answer key Sheet music with chords and lyrics Tell me more! This lesson is planned and ready to go - all you have to do is print the sheets and hide the elves! Make it as easy or as difficult as you like. Students each get a worksheet which contains sheet music for We Wish You a Merry Christmas, but several bars are missing. They go on a treasure hunt or scavenger hunt to find the elves; each elf is holding a missing bar which the students copy onto their sheet. We love some theory reinforcement, even at Christmas! Once they have found all the elves, they will have the completed sheet music to play on their xylophone, keyboard, piano etc. Full sheet music with lyrics and chords is included if you want to lead a class performance from the piano. I know it can be super busy as a music teacher leading up to the winter holidays. You’ve probably got concerts, shows, reports and testing going on, your festive cheer is running low, and you need something fun for your students’ final lessons before the break. This lesson plan is low-prep and can be used with multiple different age groups - print it once and use it for multiple classes! I’d suggest using from age 9-14 but check out the preview to judge for your own pupils. I hope you and your students love this Christmas activity! Don’t forget to follow and leave a review!

Here is a quick and easy Christmas lesson! This worksheet is ready to print-and-go for last minute Christmas lessons. It contains 24 anagrams of Christmas songs and movie titles, such as “Holidays by Mr C” (Mary’s Boy Child) and “Every year mirth scorns me” (Merry Christmas, Everyone). Some easy, some trickier, your students will love this fun holiday quiz as they unscramble the letters to find the music and film answers! What’s included? 1 printable worksheet Answer key Tell me more I typically use this with my secondary pupils on the last week before the winter break. It could be used in class, pupils can work individually or in teams, they could use the internet to help if you like, or you could use it as an alternative option for pupils not participating in a concert or field trip. It could also be left for a sub or cover teacher as it requires no specialist knowledge or teacher input. While I created it for my music classes, it could be used in any subject at all! At just £1.25, you’ll not find a cheaper ready-to-go lesson! Anything else? If you’re looking for something with more music, this Elf Hunt will have your students searching for missing bars of music, before playing a holiday classic on instruments. I hope you enjoy this lesson - don’t forget to follow me and leave a review. Thanks!

We all have times when we have to cancel a band practice or orchestra rehearsal! If you need alternative written work for your band or orchestra, this is a research and analysis task which is ready to print and go, and can even be left with a non-specialist teacher! It is no-prep, and requires no instruments or technology! It is designed to be used when a usual rehearsal cannot happen. It really is a worthwhile and enriching task as well as being a simple, no-prep lesson for emergencies, subs, cover and more! What’s Included? 4 pages 50 questions 8 sections What do I need? Your students need a copy of their own part from the piece you are playing. Tell me more! The task is a 4-page printable worksheet (PDF) which pupils answer on blank paper (or laptop/computer). All 4 pages are greyscale for cheaper copying. Your band/orchestra members will study their sheet music for a piece they are playing, and answer a series of questions designed to deepen their knowledge of the piece, understand its background, and improve their playing of their part. Students work alone, at their own pace, and independently of the teacher. These worksheets will take most students two lessons (assuming 50-60 minute lessons) but could be repeated for other pieces if you need it to last longer. An extension task is even included for fast finishers. The 50+ questions are split into 8 headings such as “First Glance”, “Rhythm and Tempo” and “Ensemble playing”. You can customise the task by asking pupils to complete only certain sections, or use it as homework with one section to complete every week. Questions range from simple, one-word answers (such as naming the composer, key signature etc) to longer and more involved activities (such as notating a rhythm they find difficult and creating a word or phrase to match the rhythm). We all have situations where we have to cancel a band practice or orchestra rehearsal and I am sure you your students to complete meaningful, enriching work which will actually improve their playing! Teacher absence, usual rehearsal space being unavailable, quiet rehearsals during exams, or a pupil who has opted out or cannot attend a practice but is still required to complete some work. Anything else? I have a set of 8 cover worksheets which are flexible and ideal for band, orchestra, choir, general music, music appreciation and more! Many educators like you have purchased these items together. Like this task, they require no prep, no instruments and no specialist teacher. Check them out here! I also have a similar set of worksheets for choirs.

We all have times when we have to cancel a choir practice! If you need alternative written work for your choir, vocal group, a cappella club or any other singing ensemble, this is a research and analysis task which is ready to print and go, and can even be left with a non-specialist teacher! It is no-prep, and requires no instruments or technology! It is designed to be used when a usual rehearsal cannot happen. It really is a worthwhile and enriching task as well as being a simple, no-prep lesson for emergencies, subs, cover and more! What’s Included? 5 pages 50+ questions 9 sections Extension tasks What do I need? Your students need a copy of their own part from the piece you are singing. Tell me more! The task is a 5-page printable worksheet (PDF) which pupils answer on blank paper (or laptop/computer). All 5 pages are greyscale for cheaper copying. Your choir members will study their sheet music for a piece they are singing, and answer a series of questions designed to deepen their knowledge of the piece, understand its background, and improve their singing of their part. Students work alone, at their own pace, and independently of the teacher. These worksheets will take most students two lessons (assuming 50-60 minute lessons) but could be repeated for other pieces if you need it to last longer. An extension task is even included for fast finishers. The 50+ questions are split into 9 headings such as “First Glance”, “Rhythm and Tempo”, “Lyrics” and “Ensemble Singing”. You can customise the task by asking pupils to complete only certain sections, or use it as homework with one section to complete every week. Questions range from simple, one-word answers (such as naming the composer, key signature etc) to longer and more involved activities (such as notating a rhythm they find difficult and creating a word or phrase to match the rhythm). We all have situations where we have to cancel a choir practice and I am sure you your students to complete meaningful, enriching work which will actually improve their singing! Teacher absence, usual rehearsal space being unavailable, quiet rehearsals during exams, or a pupil who has opted out or cannot attend a practice but is still required to complete some work. Anything else? I have a set of 8 cover worksheets which are flexible and ideal for band, orchestra, choir, general music, music appreciation and more! Many educators like you have purchased these items together. Like this task, they require no prep, no instruments and no specialist teacher. Check them out here! I also have a similar set of worksheets for bands.

Finding engaging, relevant written work for a music class can be a challenge! Sometimes we all need no prep, print-and-go quiet activities for our music classroom. Ideal for cover/sub plans, homework or written work, each worksheet in this set of 10 includes a reading passage on a classical composer and ten associated questions. These written activities can be used with a range of classes and a non-specialist teacher. Composers included: Isaac Albéniz Ludwig van Beethoven Hildegard von Bingen Claude Debussy Scott Joplin Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Henry Purcell Clara Schumann Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Antonio Vivaldi Tell me more! The worksheets can be printed or assigned digitally, with students answering on blank paper/document so the printed sheets can be reused. Easy printing in grayscale and on A4 or letter size paper. The reading comprehension passages have been carefully crafted for a 10-12 year old reading level. Care has been taken to use dyslexia-friendly font, font size 14+ and 1.5 line spacing to allow easy reading for all students. The questions range from simple fact-finding to more reflective and thought-provoking - see the preview for more details. The worksheets require no prior knowledge and no teacher input so they can be used with a wide range of classes and abilities, students can work independently with no technology requirements, and they are ideal to leave for a non-specialist substitute teacher. I keep some printed in my classroom for emergency teacher absences. I have also used it during displaced classes when we have no access to instruments, as make-up work for students opting out of the curriculum or a concert, as homework, and to supplement a unit on Classical composers. I hate when classical music resources only include white male composers, so the range of classical composers have been chosen to include female composers and better reflect your diverse classroom. Each worksheet usually lasts a lesson but if you have more able or older students, or longer periods, you might want to use two per lesson, or add in a classroom game to fill up the end of the lesson!

Bring some Halloween spirit to your music class with these engaging pumpkin-themed treble clef note cards! Designed to target and engage students aged 9-13, these printable cards combine music theory with seasonal fun, encouraging students to master treble clef notes through a variety of interactive games that appeal to different ages and skill levels. What’s Included? 30 Treble Clef Note Cards: Each card features a pumpkin-themed design with notes from C to A, including ledger lines and a range of note values. 8 Game Instruction Cards: Each game card offers a unique activity, clearly outlined for easy setup, using the note cards to engage students in Halloween-themed music learning. Tell me more! October can be the ideal time to revise the theory skills your students have been working on this school year. Infuse your music class with Halloween fun as you keep students focused and engaged! Ideal for years 8-10, but easily adaptable for younger students ready for a challenge orolder beginners. I know many music teachers have multiple year groups on their timetable, so this resource is ideal for those of you looking for activities which will suit many different classes. Adaptable for all ages and abilities Easy to differentiate Theory revision Rhythm work Aural/ear skills Treble clef notes Group work Individual work Pair work Fast finishers Ice breakers Mini compositions PDF format Check out my store for more music lessons, resources and games!

Celebrate the winter season in your music class with these Christmas-themed treble clef note cards! These printable cards are designed to keep your students engaged in music theory practice through those last couple of weeks before the Christmas break. With interactive games that challenge students while embracing the festive spirit, this set is perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your lessons. It’s the perfect no-prep Christmas activity for your music classes, just print and go! What’s Included? 30 Treble Clef Note Cards: Each card displays notes from C to A, covering ledger lines and a variety of note values, all with a sweet Christmas tree design. 8 Game Instruction Cards: Clear, easy-to-follow game instructions provide unique activities to help students reinforce their music theory knowledge in a festive way. Tell me more! I know how tough it can be to keep students learning as the excitement of the holidays approaches! The 8 different games included in this product could be used for a centres/carousel lesson, brain break, fast finishers and more. Even better, your students will be actively revising their treble clef notes and note values. I know many of us teach a range of age groups, so I’ve strived to make these games easy to use with a wide range of ages and abilities. Theory revision Rhythm work Aural/ear skills Treble clef notes Group work Individual work Pair work Fast finishers Ice breakers Mini compositions PDF format Check out my store for more music lessons, resources and games, including Christmas activities!

Are you looking for a fun, interactive, no-prep addition to your Instruments of the Orchestra lessons? This digital game allows students to demonstrate their knowledge of string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. With its fun, racing car theme, the competition will have your students excited and enthusiastic! **What’s included? ** Digital interactive PowerPoint game Racecar theme 20 questions on instruments of the orchestra Instructions Optional printable answer cards Tell me more! The game can be played as individuals or in up to 4 teams. Every player answers every question, and can move their racecar one space for each correct answer. Optional printable write-on cards are included, if you want your students to write their answers down, but the game can be played without them too. The game is easy to follow and instructions are included. It could be sent to pupils to play on their own, or you could project it for the full class to play together. Please note: this is a PowerPoint file and you must have PowerPoint installed to run it. The game will not function correctly on Google Slides or other alternative software. This resource works really well on touchscreens/interactive whiteboards but is just as much fun on laptops/netbooks/PCs.

Teaching intervals can be tough! Engage your music students in improving their musicianship with this “fidget pop” style digital game designed to make ear training exciting and effective. With 22 interval ear training questions and embedded audio clips, this no-prep resource is ready to load and play—perfect for a lively classroom competition or focused pairs or small group practice. What’s included? Digital game (PowerPoint file) 22 questions Instructions Tell me more! Interactive & Independent Learning: Students click to play audio clips, and after listening, they identify the interval and check their answers, fostering independent engagement. Versatile Use: Play as a team-based challenge or single-player activity to suit your class structure. Perfect for Aural Skills Practice: Ideal for general music, other classroom settings, piano teachers or instrumental tutors preparing students for the aural skills component of AB examinations or similar. Included Intervals: Unison, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Octave Easy-to-follow instructions are included to help you get started right away. Take the guesswork out of interval training and bring the fun back into musicianship! Please note: This product requires PowerPoint, it is not compatible with Google Slides or alternative software. Works seamlessly on touchscreens, interactive whiteboards, laptops, or PCs. Check out my store for other interactive digital games!