Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). This six-page resource requires the student to have access to the Rhinegold Study Guide and the A Level Anthology of Music. Students undertake a variety of exercises including comprehension questions, listening, essay practice and note-making. Other music examples are provided. An answer sheet is provided for the teacher. Please also see ‘Bach Cantata Reading’ for context and more other music examples. Also included: Bach Cantata Reading. This extensive resource (5 pages) provides ample ‘other music’ examples using Bach Cantata BWV48 ‘Ich Elender Mensch’ from the old A Level syllabus. There is plenty of differentiation enabling you to pick-and-choose how much each student tackles. The score is in the old (2001-2016) Edexcel Anthology or available for free from imslp.com. One exercise requires the students to read a few pages in Baroque Music by Palisca. If you require any additional materials to help you deliver this resource, please send me a message. A 3-page answer booklet is also included.

Stravinsky complete Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). Includes the following: Stravinsky 1: A one-page comprehension-style worksheet helping students understand the basics about the Stravinsky set work. An answer sheet is provided. Stravinsky 2: A one-page comprehension-style worksheet, building on Stravinsky worksheet 1, helping students understand more of the basics about the Stravinsky set work. An answer sheet is provided. Stravinsky 3: A four-page document incorporating two worksheets which build on the learning of Stravinsky 1 and 2. The teaching method of over-learning is employed to emphasise key points already learned. Two answer sheets are provided. Stravinsky 4: This four-page (three student worksheets and an answer page) resource introduces Schoenberg’s ‘Peripetie’ as an example of wider listening. Students will need access to the Edexcel 2009-16 course materials published by Pearson (student guide and anthology) to answer context questions, fill in a chart which compares certain elements of music in Stravinsky and Schoenberg, write paragraphs and, finally, write an essay similar to one found in the A level specimen paper. Stravinsky 5: A three-page resource (two student pages and an answer sheet) to teach wider listening and practise question 5. Students study The Firebird by Stravinksy as a piece of wider listening and then draw links between The Rite of Spring and The Firebird in their answer to question 5. Extension material is provided by way of suggested reading. If you require any additional materials to help you deliver this resource, please ask: Olivia@sparkhall.org.uk

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). Included: ‘Hector Berlioz’ ‘Berlioz Other Music’ ‘Liszt Reading’ Hector Berlioz: Familiarisation ‘context’ questions How to write a ‘Level 5’ essay Other relevant music is included, both in detail, and in brief. How to write a top-level essay question 5 and 6. Extensive answers provided.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). An extensive (updated) resource consisting of eleven student worksheets and four answer pages. The resource includes comprehension-style questions based on the introduction to On Wenlock Edge in the A Level Anthology, Context and wider listening: Beethoven - Schubert - Schumann - Mahler (with exercises), element and device location practice and a wider listening elements and device chart to fill in. Question 5 updated in line with the June 2018 examiners report. Contains: A Shropshire Lad context and wider listening (other song-settings) Comparison exercise (to provide other music examples) Other music examples (piano quintet and string quartet)

Two innovators of the 20th century, John Cage and Kajia Saariaho, and discussed in depth, with particular focus works as well as plenty of context. Teachers’ answer-sheets are provided.

A detailed introduction to Bach Cantatas, focussing on No. 48: Ich Elender Mensch Enables students to analyse, evaluate and make critical judgements. Includes use of musical elements and context. Included: Student worksheet Teacher’s booklet (includes answers) Piano score Vocal Score Please contact me if you need the Palisca reading

Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique Questions Answer-sheets Also questions on Liszt and an exercise comparing the two

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). Set of resources on Saariaho. Includes recommended YouTube links, questions and answers. The resource consists of seven pages of activities for students and extensive answer-booklet. In addition, space is provided in the booklet for students to complete their answers.

The Rite of Spring The Firebird Worksheets, questions, answer-sheets for the teacher

A set of five warm-up cards for KS2 and 3. To be used before singing and suitable for classroom use as well as during choir rehearsals. 1. Warming up the body and standing well 2. Breathing well and with self-awareness 3. Semi-occluded vocal tract exercises 4. Pitch and range exercises 5. To develop confidence and camaraderie. There is also booklet with instructions, piano parts and a reading list. THIS IS THE VERSION WHICH I WILL POST* TO YOU. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE THE DOWNLOADABLE VERSION, PLEASE VISIT THE OTHER PAGE. *Post option only available in the U.K.

Music for Advent and Christmas Carol Services and Concerts Prayer on Christmas Eve (Gebet in der Christnacht) for SSA and piano* - Hensel arr. Sparkhall (choral music) Perfect for Advent or Christmas If you would like to photocopy the download, please choose the ‘Add School Licence’ option. Thank you. *Available exclusively from Multitude of Voyces: Gebet in der Christnacht for SATB (a cappella) About the composer For years, Fanny Hensel has been known as the sister of Felix Mendelssohn. Since the discovery of many of her compositions, some previously published in Felix’s name, she has become more widely recognised in her own right. About the piece Gebet in der Christnacht is a solo song from 1823. Here it is arranged for SSA, showcasing the teenaged composer’s use of harmony that became synonymous with the early Romantics. (See also my a cappella SATB arrangement). Gebet in der Christnacht (Prayer on Christmas Eve) is one of at least eight songs Hensel composed in 1823 which sets poems by Wilhelm Müller. It is from the cycle Johannes und Esther. (Im Frühling zu lesen.) (John and Esther. (To read in the spring.)) https://youtu.be/Q_fd7fEtQis About the arranger Olivia Sparkhall studied composition at Durham University with Paul Archbold, composing for the Northern Sinfonietta and Flower Quartet as part of her studies. Since moving to South West England, she has focused primarily on writing vocal music, notably for BBC One’s Songs of Praise programme. Recent commissions have been for International Women’s Day services in 2018 (Lux Aeterna) and 2019 (Faith and Hope). She was short-listed in the Cappella Nova competition in 2018 for Dona Nobis Pacem. The SATB version of Prayer on Christmas Eve (Gebet in der Christnacht) is published by Multitude of Voyces in their anthologies of sacred music, Volume 1.