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Stages to Learning
In this group brass lesson the teacher uses a backing track on a repeated cycle to stage the preparation for performa...
Clear Instructions
Working with larger groups can unveil some simple problems in the pedagogy of how to approach giving instructions.
Extended Rhythm game
See Rhythm Game for the first stage of this learning game. In this short clip the teacher extends the level of challe...
Rhythm Game
This Rhythm game is an excellent assessment for learning tool. The teacher can see visually if the class are beginnin...
Understanding Duration
This teacher questions the class on note lengths relative to the piece they have just played.
Stages - Listen Sing Play
Often in whole class teaching, we are required to teach with a more staged approach than we would in small group less...
Contextual Learning
Whole class lessons provide an excellent opportunity for children to learn the context of pieces they will begin to l...
Creative Singing
Singing in whole class teaching offers everyone the chance to engage in the lesson.
Plenary for Self-Assessment
The plenary in this Year 9 lesson encourages the students to assess themselves in 2 clear areas.
Peer Learning Y9
After working in groups, this Year 9 group return mid lesson to explain the reasoning behind their musical choices.
Authentic Song Writing 2
In this y9 lesson the class are working in groups to write a song from the stimulus 'Orange'.
Authentic Song Writing 1
In this Year 9 lesson the class are working in groups to write a song from the stimulus 'Orange'.
Stimulus for Song Writing
In this y9 lesson the teacher uses questioning and clear prompts to help scaffold and collate ideas for a composition...
Repertoire Choice
In this flute lesson the teacher begins to work on slurred articulation detail in the music.
Linking Warm Ups
In this flute lesson, the teacher uses a scale linked to the key of the piece the student will study in the main body...
Behaviour Management
In this Djembe class lesson, the teacher offers the use of independent practice time for the class to explore solo rh...
Introducing the Djembe
In this Year 7 djembe lesson, the teacher explores polyrhythm using Djembe drums.
Djembe Performance
In this lesson the teacher has worked with the class in sections to devise a structured Djembe performance.
Polyrhythm
In this year 7 lesson, the teacher explores polyrhythms through Djembe drums. Polyrhythms offer an inclusive way for ...
Students Model BPM
In this Y7 lesson, students lead the class through performance activity linked to understanding tempi and beats per m...
Classroom Assessment Method
This teacher's assessment model is measured in statements constructed with the beginning "I can". The approach is to ...