Video library
Introducing First Finger Technique
In this beginner violin group lesson, the teacher models the sound and the position for introducing the first finger.
Classroom Assessment Method
This teacher's assessment model is measured in statements constructed with the beginning "I can". The approach is to ...
Students Model BPM
In this Y7 lesson, students lead the class through performance activity linked to understanding tempi and beats per m...
Polyrhythm
In this year 7 lesson, the teacher explores polyrhythms through Djembe drums. Polyrhythms offer an inclusive way for ...
Djembe Performance
In this lesson the teacher has worked with the class in sections to devise a structured Djembe performance.
Behaviour Management
In this Djembe class lesson, the teacher offers the use of independent practice time for the class to explore solo rh...
Repertoire Choice
In this flute lesson the teacher begins to work on slurred articulation detail in the music.
Stimulus for Song Writing
In this y9 lesson the teacher uses questioning and clear prompts to help scaffold and collate ideas for a composition...
Authentic Song Writing 1
In this Year 9 lesson the class are working in groups to write a song from the stimulus 'Orange'.
Authentic Song Writing 2
In this y9 lesson the class are working in groups to write a song from the stimulus 'Orange'.
Peer Learning Y9
After working in groups, this Year 9 group return mid lesson to explain the reasoning behind their musical choices.
Plenary for Self-Assessment
The plenary in this Year 9 lesson encourages the students to assess themselves in 2 clear areas.
Preparation for Performance Btec
In this lesson, Year 12 Btec students rehearse for their upcoming performance assessment.
Feedback During Rehearsal
In this lesson, Year 12 Btec students receive feedback and direction from their teacher.
Articulation with Charanga
In this video the teacher uses the charanga musical school resource to explore articulation on the clarinet.
Using Charanga Musically
The charanga musical school resource offers great choice in repertoire but must always be supported with specialist k...
Language Acquisition
In this short extract from a music lesson the teacher explores singing with a traditional African song.
Whole Class Set Up: Guitar
Whole class teaching is a partnership between the school and the visiting music teachers.
Preparing for Down Time
In this example the instrumental specialist teacher must tune 30 instruments.
WCIT and the Curriculum
Whole class teaching, when taught well, includes a variety of activity and opportunity to develop and discover musica...
Linking Activities for Learning
Prior to learning the piece of guitar music the class will study, this teacher leads a body percussion piece that inc...
Developing Part Playing
This teacher explores body percussion in parts to secure understanding of the rhythmic elements and to internalise th...