Looking for music resources for secondary music classes that have been tried and tested in the classroom? I am passionate about music and drama education and have taught in secondary schools in the UK and internationally for 25 years.
Looking for music resources for secondary music classes that have been tried and tested in the classroom? I am passionate about music and drama education and have taught in secondary schools in the UK and internationally for 25 years.
This powerpoint is one of a series of lessons based around famous music and composers that is perfect for inspiring students in middle and high school.
The powerpoint explores the composer, has links to relevant online music recordings, and allows students to relate to the music and key theory. Homework / extension tasks have been included.
The powerpoint can also be used as a starting point for practical work or a composition task based around this famous and much loved work.
Links with Year 1 topic 1 from the Middle School curriculum that is for sale.
Exploring Music Elements and Mood in Music is a great unit for introducing students to composing and creating.
This powerpoint is one of a series of lessons focusing on developing understanding f music elements and how they can impact moods / emotions in music. This is perfect for inspiring students in middle and high school.
The powerpoint explores the theme of happiness, has links to relevant online music recordings, and allows students to relate to the music and key theory.
Students can work in groups to create their own happiness piece focusing on the musical elements. This can easily be adapted to virtual / hybrid learning.
Links with Year 1 topic 2 from the Middle School music curriculum that is for sale.
Fun music theory activities based around Christmas Songs and Carols.
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce or develop music theory? Are you struggling for new and imaginative ways of teaching remotely or in a non-specialist room?
This fun worksheet encourages basic understanding of music theory, note naming and matching song lyrics to songs and carols.
Students can then use the music theory sheet to play the melodic lines on an instrument of their choice / virtual instrument at home.
A perfect exercise for any music teachers working remotely or in a non-music classroom.
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A great keyboard diagram slide to include in any powerpoint or google slide.
It’s also great for printing and displaying near keyboards in the classroom.
Easy review questions for any classes that have studied Blues, Big Band and Rock ‘n’ Roll music.
Links with the Middle School Music Curriculum for sale - Year 3 unit 1 topic - Pop Music.
Do you want your students to have an understanding of instruments used in popular music history?
The first section is identifying instruments from different ensembles and electronic instruments.
The second section is exploring and researching an instrument in more detail.
A good worksheet that will work for cover lessons, classwork or remote learning.
Links with the middle school curriculum that is for sale.
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A fun introduction to Pop History - Mix-Tapes!
Perfect for remote or in person learning. This is a good introduction lesson to get students thinking about creating mix-tapes and exploring different styles and genres of pop music!
Lots of opportunities for class discussions and listening to different genres and styles of music. A chance for students to share their love of music and musical tastes in the classroom.
Perfect for middle and high school students. This lesson links with the middle school music curriculum for sale on this page (Year 3, Topic 1).
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This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page.
Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, coverwork or could even be expanded into a longer class project.
Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music.
There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical / context already learnt by the students.
Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page.
Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task or could even be expanded into a longer class project.
Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music.
There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical / context already learnt by the students.
Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page.
Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task or could even be expanded into a longer class project.
Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music.
There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical / context already learnt by the students.
Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
A fun, quick game which is perfect as a starter or plenary.
Students need to spot the odd one out. Can be played individually or in teams.
15 fun questions to answer. A great ice-breaker game.
A fun starter activity for all ages. Students are challenged to identify the different traditional and non-traditional instruments.
This game can be played individually, in pairs or small groups.
A lot of fun for all ages!
In this comprehensive curriculum you will find a series of units that have been designed for KS3 / middle school students and general music classes. Teaching resources, worksheets and power points to accompany this detailed and comprehensive curriculum are available to buy on my shop!
You can tailor the units to your specific musical skill set and the musical resources / equipment you have available. Units can be taught in any order and are designed to last 6 - 7 school weeks.
Each unit offers students many opportunities for developing skills in performing, composing, listening and analyzing music.
All topics have been created to meet the needs of different learners and different music classrooms / equipment available.
This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page.
Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task, cover work or could even be expanded into a longer class project.
Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music.
There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical or musical context already learnt by the students.
Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
This is one worksheet that comes from a series of 10. The bundle can be purchased separately on the shop page.
Each worksheet explores a different genre and styles of music and will make a great one-off lesson, homework task or could even be expanded into a longer class project.
Each worksheet has an opportunity for students to complete initial individual research of the specific genre of music.
There is a listening exercise that expands upon the historical / context already learnt by the students.
Each worksheet finishes with the opportunity for independent project work where students can pick a task from the list and use it as a final assessment piece that can be assessed by the teacher. Students will have the flexibility in how they present the work for assessment making this a great student-led project.
