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Mike is a musician and ex-Head of Department with more than twenty years experience in the Secondary school classroom and middle-leadership, specialising in performance, composition and research. An accomplished performer himself (Woodwind) and celebrated Musical Director and Conductor, Mike is able to draw upon his continued professional practice in creating and sharing his resources.

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Mike is a musician and ex-Head of Department with more than twenty years experience in the Secondary school classroom and middle-leadership, specialising in performance, composition and research. An accomplished performer himself (Woodwind) and celebrated Musical Director and Conductor, Mike is able to draw upon his continued professional practice in creating and sharing his resources.
* GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS 1, 2 , 3 & 4 - (Instrumental Music [Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen] + Music for Stage & Screen [Williams & Schwartz] + Fusions [Afro Celt Sound System & Esperanza Spalding])  *
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* GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS 1, 2 , 3 & 4 - (Instrumental Music [Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen] + Music for Stage & Screen [Williams & Schwartz] + Fusions [Afro Celt Sound System & Esperanza Spalding]) *

8 Resources
A fantastic opportunity to practice the aural dictation rhythm and melody question (# 7 from the new Edexcel 9-1 GCSE exam) specific to each area of study. Can easily be used as a starter, plenary or homework. Includes question papers for ALL FOUR AREAS OF STUDY, teacher’s answer sheets AND mp3s! **INCLUDES MORE THAN 30 LISTENING EXTRACTS TO PRACTICE! **
END OF UNIT TESTS BUNDLE [AoS#1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1700-1820, AoS#2 VOCAL MUSIC & AoS#3 MUSIC FOR STAGE & SCREEN - 6 x PAPERS!]
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END OF UNIT TESTS BUNDLE [AoS#1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1700-1820, AoS#2 VOCAL MUSIC & AoS#3 MUSIC FOR STAGE & SCREEN - 6 x PAPERS!]

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SIX brilliant resources to give your students the experience to practice specifically tailored exam-style questions in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions for each paper, including an unfamiliar listening question, the set work for each AoS and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY questions to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question papers, teacher’s mark schemes, YouTube links* and timings to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 of each paper *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS4 AFRO CELT SOUND SYSTEM & SPALDING
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS4 AFRO CELT SOUND SYSTEM & SPALDING

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Two beautifully-presented and comprehensive sets of more than 60 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) these include: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILES: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with each set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS3 SCHWARTZ & WILLIAMS
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS3 SCHWARTZ & WILLIAMS

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Two beautifully-presented and comprehensive sets of more than 60 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) these include: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILES: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with each set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS 1 BACH & BEETHOVEN
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS 1 BACH & BEETHOVEN

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Two beautifully-presented and comprehensive sets of more than 60 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) these include: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILES: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with each set of slides - for FREE!
GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS2 PURCELL & QUEEN
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GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): AOS2 PURCELL & QUEEN

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Two beautifully-presented and comprehensive sets of more than 60 slides to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (both with embedded hyperlinks) these include: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILES: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with each set of slides - for FREE!
DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY BUNDLE: 101 DICTATION BOOK + EDEXCEL AoS PRACTICE TESTS
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DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY BUNDLE: 101 DICTATION BOOK + EDEXCEL AoS PRACTICE TESTS

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An opportunity to MASTER aural dictation with these fantastic resources. Includes the new "101 DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY " book to develop repertoire experience and understanding of rhythmic and melodic patterns within familiar pieces of music PLUS question papers for ALL FOUR AREAS OF STUDY (Edexcel 9-1), teacher’s answer sheets AND mp3s! **INCLUDES MORE THAN 130 LISTENING EXTRACTS TO PRACTICE ! **
DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY BUNDLE - THE WHOLE PACKAGE!
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DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY BUNDLE - THE WHOLE PACKAGE!

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An opportunity to MASTER aural dictation with these fantastic resources. Includes the new "101 DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY " book to develop repertoire experience and understanding of rhythmic and melodic patterns within familiar pieces of music PLUS question papers for ALL FOUR AREAS OF STUDY (Edexcel 9-1) PLUS the first four practice papers (easy) all as printable PDFs, teacher’s answer sheets AND mp3s! **INCLUDES MORE THAN 150 LISTENING EXTRACTS TO PRACTICE ! **
GCSE MUSIC DICTATION BUNDLE - 10 x PRACTICE PAPERS + ALL 8 x SET WORKS [EDEXCEL] PRACTICE PAPERS!
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GCSE MUSIC DICTATION BUNDLE - 10 x PRACTICE PAPERS + ALL 8 x SET WORKS [EDEXCEL] PRACTICE PAPERS!

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A MUST have for your GCSE Music students to practice question 7 on the Edexcel 9-1 exam paper. Features 10 x question papers of 101* fun and engaging well-known tunes in a variety of musical genres as well as 8 x question papers of specifically tailored exercises relating to AoS1, AoS2, AoS3 & AoS4 of the Edexcel GCSE Music specification. All as question & answer papers included as printable PDFs AND mp3s! INCLUDES MORE THAN 130 LISTENING EXTRACTS TO PRACTICE !
END OF UNIT TESTS MEGA-BUNDLE [AoS#1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1700-1820, AoS#2 VOCAL MUSIC, AoS#3 MUSIC FOR STAGE & SCREEN & AoS#4 FUSIONS - 8 x PAPERS!
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END OF UNIT TESTS MEGA-BUNDLE [AoS#1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC 1700-1820, AoS#2 VOCAL MUSIC, AoS#3 MUSIC FOR STAGE & SCREEN & AoS#4 FUSIONS - 8 x PAPERS!

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EIGHT brilliant resources to give your students the experience to practice specifically tailored exam-style questions in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions for each paper, including an unfamiliar listening question, the set work for each AoS and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY questions to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question papers, teacher’s mark schemes, YouTube links* and timings to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 of each paper (Dictation - rhythm & melody) *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
*** GCSE MUSIC BUMPER BUNDLE [VARIOUS] ***
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*** GCSE MUSIC BUMPER BUNDLE [VARIOUS] ***

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Dictation questions on each specific set work, extended writing practice questions, unfamiliar / wider listening questions and more! Covers multiple areas of the Edexcel GCSE Music 9-1 specification. Resources can be used in class, for homework, revision and even end-of-unit assessments. (Dictation questions include mp3 recordings).
*** BUMPER PACK OF PERFORMANCE PIECES - MERRY CHRISTMAS! ***
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*** BUMPER PACK OF PERFORMANCE PIECES - MERRY CHRISTMAS! ***

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For a limited time, grab this selection of easy keyboard arrangements plus two original compositions for jazz combo (“Boondoggle Stomp”) and jazz band (“Hang in There”). Featuring some easy and accessible versions of those classic pieces your students want to play (including some seasonal favourites!), arranged for piano / keyboard and/or small ensemble. (Full score included with “Hang in There”). **Includes 19 x pieces of music to boost your classroom resources / KS3 performance library! **
*** GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): ALL 8 SET WORKS ***
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*** GCSE MUSIC ANALYSIS (EDEXCEL): ALL 8 SET WORKS ***

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All 8 sets of more than 30 slides (at least 240 in total), beautifully-presented and comprehensive, to support both teaching and learning with the GCSE Pearson Edexcel 9-1 Anthology set works. In both [editable] PowerPoint and PDF formats (all with embedded hyperlinks) these include: - An overview / introduction for contextual understanding - Relevant links for wider reading, listening and quizzes - Key words - Digestible analysis under each element of music - Tutorial videos - Wider listening examples - Practice exam questions (taken from past papers since 2018) - Guidance for the extended writing question A MUST-HAVE if you are teaching the specification for the first time, wish to update your resources or need additional revision material for your students. BONUS FILES: Please also see a P.E.E. Points template (Point, Evidence Explain) for you to use in conjunction with each set of slides - for FREE!