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Vocal Starters. 'Three Bears' Commentary.
Vocal specialist explains this song can be taught effectively to all ages.
Vocal Starters. 'Old King Kong' commentary
Vocal specialist explains rationale behind using this expressive song
Vocal Starters. 'My Name is Joe' commentary
Vocal specialist explains rationale behind this kinaesthetic vocal starter.
A vocal specialist on teaching vocal starters
Vocal specialist makes the case for teaching vocal starters.
Vocal Starters. 'Give Me Five' commentary
Vocal specialist explains rationale behind 'Give Me 5' vocal starter.
Vocal Starters. 'Have you brought' commentary
Vocal specialist explains the rationale behind 'Have you brought your voice?
Peter & The Wolf. Planning
The teacher explains the planning around a Y4 module on Peter & The Wolf.
Performing rhythmic motifs: next steps
The teacher is to develop musical understanding based on one song.
What does progress look like in secondary schools?
What does progress look like in secondary schools?
Music and academic attainment
An interview with Professor Martin Fautley discussing the wider academic benefits of Music following the publication ...
Wider Opportunities, WCIT, WCET or First Access?
This Head of Service offers a view on whole class teaching for schools defined as "Teaching music through the conduit...
10 Top Tips for Whole Class Teaching
This Head of Service offers some advice for teachers working with whole classes.
Student Experience
These students recount their experiences working with a visiting specialist teacher.
Peer Learning and Individuality
This student speaks eloquently about her experiences in music through peer learning but also as an individual.
Cultivating Extracurricular Music
This student recounts her experience in participating in the extracurricular offer at the school.
Embedding Music in the School
These students recount their experiences learning music in school. Their intrinsic motivation comes from enjoyment bu...
Cross Curricular Links
These pupils describe some of their experiences learning music in a whole class setting and the useful cross curricul...
Communication with Parents
This experienced teacher discusses the importance of communication with parents.
Student Perspective
This student recounts his experiences and motivations of learning music at school.
Understanding Simple Devices
This teacher comments on the need for her Y7 class to understand how to use simple compositional devices.