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.

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, coverwork, 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 powerpoint resource introducing instruments and musical terms related to African and Arab music. Lots of original photos of traditional instruments. A great teaching resource for GCSE music.

A powerpoint introducing Indian Music. Focusing on instruments and musical structures used. A good resource GCSE music.

This is a music composing challenge where students have to create an original rhythmic composition using objects that can be found around their house, school or garden. This is a fun task for students who do not have access to instruments at home and to experiment with different timbres and rhythms. It can be set as a practical homework. It is a great way to engage and encourage students to use different recording technology and their completed composition task can include family members both in their house or around the world. This is a good opportunity for you to link to Stomp the Musical. Powerpoint has been updated and includes the composing challenge, advice for students and some video links.

This is the 3rd lesson in a series and focuses on devising. Students are given images of Victorian children as a focal point to create original devised work. All teacher notes are on the power point slides.

This lesson plan and powerpoint teaches student about using still images as a basis for creating a performance. The stimulus is The Victorians and the story of Hansel and Gretel. Students also explore interviewing, perception, and flash backs. Teaching notes are included on each slide.

This is the 4th lesson in a series for learning the Blues. This lesson focuses on combining the walking bass line and the chord sequence. It has been designed for google classroom but can be adapted for any platform.

This is the third lesson in a series for learning the Blues. This lesson focuses on the walking bass line. The powerpoint has been designed for google classroom but can be adapted for other platforms.

This is the second lesson in a series that will allow students to learn the chord sequence for the 12 bar blues. It has been created for google classroom but can be adapted for other online platforms.

Burned out? Stressed? Losing passion for the subject you love? This guide of 7 tips was original written for music teachers but will easily apply to all teachers in helping find strategies to re-ignite your passion again.

This is the first lesson of the Blues topic where students explore the Blues Scale. The powerpoint has been redesigned for remote learning and can be shared with students on google classroom or other learning platforms.

This lesson and power point teaches student about using still images as a basis for creating a performance. The stimulus is The Victorians and The Emperor’s New Clothes. Teaching notes for the lesson are included on each slide.

A blues work booklet for use with classes. Demonstrating the three basic concepts - scales, chords and the walking bass line.

Easy Melody line of Frosty the Snowman with note names - PDF

Looking for a fun starter? Here is an instrument identification game / quiz that can be played by all ages. It also includes some non-western traditional instruments. Can be played as individuals, pairs and small groups.

A great starter activity for Christmas time. Students to identify what sacred or secular Christmas song the lyrics are from. Students can work alone, in pairs or small groups. A great game for all ages.

Here are 12 activities that students can do from home and can share with you as a homework or project from the comfort of their homes. Set a task as a weekly challenge to keep students engaged and talking about music with their families.