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.
In this bundle you will find a wealth of different resources that are perfect for KS3 / middle school general music classes.
Resources include a 3 Year Curriculum overview, and accompanying power points, worksheets and more.
Topics include Emotions in Music, Pop History, Composing using Scales, Film Music, and Programme music.
All resources have been used and taught in the classroom for KS3 / middle school classes and cater for a variety of different musical abilities. There are a range of listening, composing and performing tasks in this bundle.
In this bundle you will find a wealth of different music theory resources that are perfect for KS3 and KS4 general music classes.
All resources have been used and taught in the classroom and cater for a variety of different musical abilities.
Most tasks have a practical element that can be used in the classroom with either keyboards, tuned percussion or the student’s own instrument.
In this bundle you will find a wealth of different resources that are perfect for KS3 / middle and KS4 / high school general music classes.
Resources include powerpoints, worksheets and more.
Topics include Indian Music, Arab and African Music, Tango, Salsa, Samba and Reggae.
All resources have been used and taught in the classroom and cater for a variety of different musical abilities.
In this bundle you will find a wealth of different resources that are perfect for KS3 and KS4 music classes.
Christmas resources include powerpoints, worksheets, games and more. There is plenty of opportunity for listening, composing and performing.
All resources have been used and taught in the classroom and cater for a variety of different musical abilities.
Music Composing Projects for KS3 and KS4 music classes.
In this bundle you will find a wealth of different resources that are perfect for middle and high school general music classes.
Resources include powerpoints, worksheets and more.
Topics include Film Music, Expression in Music, composing meditation music and using scales to compose.
All resources have been used and taught in the classroom and cater for students with a variety of different musical abilities.
Music Pop History Bundle for KS3 and KS4 Music Classes.
In this bundle you will find a wealth of different resources that are perfect for middle and high school general music classes.
Resources include powerpoints, worksheets and more.
Topics include The Blues, Mix Tapes, Big Band Music, Rock ‘n’ Roll, The Beatles and Protest Songs.
All resources have been used and taught in the classroom and cater for a variety of different musical abilities.
An introduction music lesson on Protest Songs - powerpoint
This resources was created for middle / high school music classes and is an introduction to protest songs. I have used the powerpoint on-line and in the classroom and it can take 2 x 45 minutes to work through the whole presentation. There are 12 slides.
The slides include the following artists and songs:
Bob Dylan - Masters of War
Sam Cooke - A Change is Gonna Come
2Pac - Changes
There are links to the recordings, a brief historical intro and a series of musical questions for each artist. Questions can be answered verbally in class or as a written task. This powerpoint could be used for a cover lesson.
It would also work as a great intro for any general music classes or choral classes looking at studying protest songs in more depth.
There are some suggested musical extension tasks at the end of the powerpoint that you could use if you wanted the lesson to be the introduction to a whole unit.
Concert Planning / logistic Checklist - excel spreadsheet
This is the perfect checklist for all busy music teachers who needs assistance with planning the logistics of a concert and want to ensure that nothing is missed.
The editable spreadsheet includes ideas of some of the tasks you will need to complete in the lead up to the concert, the day of the concert and afterwards.
It allows you to assign who is responsible for completing each task so that you can take some of the stress off your plate.
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KS2 and KS3 Fun Music theory worksheet Old MacDonald
Fun music theory activity based on the nursery rhyme - Old MacDonald Had a Farm.
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce or develop music theory? Need something for cover?
This fun worksheet encourages basic understanding of music theory, note naming and how to apply it to a piano / tuned percussion or their own instrument.
Students can then use the music theory sheet to play or sing Old MacDonald on an instrument of their choice either in class or at home.
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This is an introduction activity that celebrates Black Male artists from Pop, Jazz and Blues music history. It is perfect for KS3 music classes.
Students pick two artists of their choice to complete some research about their lives and careers.
Students then pick a song by each artist. They are to analyze and compare the two songs and look for what both songs have in common.
This is an ideal lesson for remote learning, cover work or teaching in a non-specialist music room.
It links with the Middle School Curriculum topic 3, unit 1 (pop history) which is available to purchase on Passionate About Music Education TES page.
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Fun music composing task - exploring the A Minor Scale
This was created for music lessons being taught outside of the music room with limited access to instruments!
The activities include an introduction to the A Minor Scale (there is an opportunity to bring listening work into this), identifying the A Minor Scale on a keyboard and stave notation. Writing 3 simple A Minor Scale scale pieces using a given rhythm.
Students could input their composition onto music software or play on virtual instruments if you have no access to classroom instruments. The practical task is also set up so students can use real instruments at home or in the classroom, sing the song, or use virtual instruments.
This unit links with Year 2, topic 1 (Scales) of the Middle School Music curriculum that is for sale on this TES page.
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This is an introduction lesson to Gustav Holst’s The Planet Suite
The powerpoint (9 slides) gives a short introduction to the work and composer.
Students listen to Mars the Bringer of War
Students listen to Venus the Bringer of Peace
Students compare and contrast the music, focusing on musical elements
Students then complete a composing task - creating their own version of Mars or Venus based on the classroom resources of your choice.
There are links in the notes pages of the slides.
This powerpoint links with the programme music and musical elements topic of the middle school music curriculum that is available to purchase on this page. Don’t forget to follow to keep up to date with all the latest resources!
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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This is an introduction activity that celebrates Black Female Artists in Pop History.
Students pick two artists of their choice to complete some research about their lives and careers.
Students then pick a song by each artist. They are to analyse and compare the two songs and look for what both songs have in common.
This is an ideal lesson for remote learning, cover work or teaching in a non-specialist music room.
It links with the Middle School Curriculum topic 3, unit 1 (pop history) which is available to purchase on Passionate About Music Education TES page.
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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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Fun music project - exploring the C Major Scale
This was created for music lessons being taught outside of the music room with limited access to instruments!
The activities include an introduction to the C major scale (there is an opportunity to bring listening work into this), identifying the C major scale on a keyboard and stave notation. Writing 3 simple C major scale pieces using a given rhythm and a practical homework task (which could be a class lesson) on learning to play Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star in the key of C major.
Students could input their composition onto music software or play on virtual instruments if you have no access to classroom instruments. The practical task is also set up so students can use real instruments at home or in the classroom, sing the song, or use virtual instruments.
This unit links with Year 2, topic 1 (Scales) of the Middle School Music curriculum that is for sale on this TES page.
For more music lesson resources make sure you follow Passionate About Music Education TES page!
Fun music theory activity based on the lullaby - Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce or develop music theory whilst working remotely or away from your classroom?
This fun worksheet encourages basic understanding of music theory, note naming and how to apply it to a piano / tuned percussion or their own instrument.
Students can then use the music theory sheet to play or sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on an instrument of their choice either in class or at home.
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A fun introduction to Pop History! Perfect for remote or in person learning.
This is a good introduction lesson to get students thinking about different styles and genres of pop music!
Explore different genres and the decades that they originated.
Explore different artists and the decades they were most popular / make their breakthrough
Explore how technology helped develop music technology.
Link to an excellent video on Youtube for homework.
An answer sheet is included
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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Fun music project - exploring the Dorian Scale.
This was created for music lessons being taught outside of the music room with limited access to instruments!
The activities include an introduction to the dorian scale (there is an opportunity to bring listening work into this), identifying the dorian scale on a keyboard and stave notation. Writing 3 simple dorian pieces using a given rhythm and a practical homework task (which could be a class lesson) on learning to play Scarborough Fair - a folk song composed from the dorian scale.
Students could input their composition onto music software or play on virtual instruments if you have no access to classroom instruments. The practical task is also set up so students can use real instruments at home or in the classroom, sing the song, or use virtual instruments.
This unit links with Year 2, topic 1 (Scales) of the Middle School Music curriculum that is for sale on this TES page.
For more hybrid-styled lesson resources make sure you follow Passionate About Music Education TES page!
Fun music theory activity based on the nursery rhyme - This Old Man.
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce or develop music theory whilst working remotely or away from your classroom?
This fun worksheet encourages basic understanding of music theory, note naming and how to apply it to a piano / tuned percussion or their own instrument.
Students can then use the music theory sheet to play or sing This Old Man on an instrument of their choice either in class or at home.
Don’t forget to follow Passionate About Music Education for all the latest updates!
