A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 6, Composing and Performing a Leavers’ Song.
This resource supports pupils as they reflect on their primary school experiences by creating a personalised leavers’ song. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as melody, harmony, chord progression, and notation, helping pupils understand the structure and elements of songwriting. The unit guides pupils through the process of writing lyrics, composing melodies using tuned percussion instruments, and performing their song with confidence. By engaging with these musical components, pupils develop their creative expression and collaborative skills.
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 6, Songs of World War 2.
This resource supports pupils as they explore the emotional and historical significance of wartime music. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as melody, dynamics, counter melody, and graphic score, helping pupils understand how music conveyed hope and unity during challenging times. The unit also encourages pupils to engage with singing techniques, including breath control using the diaphragm and understanding pitch through the solfa ladder. By examining the structure and expression of World War 2 songs, pupils develop their musical interpretation and performance skills.
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, KS2 Instrumental Lessons: North America.
This resource supports pupils as they explore the minimalist music movement, focusing on composers such as Steve Reich and Philip Glass. It introduces vocabulary and concepts including melody, harmony, ostinato, layered textures, interlocking phrases, electronic dance music (EDM), and synthesiser. Pupils learn about the characteristics of minimalist music, such as repetition, simple harmony, and layered textures. The unit also examines the influence of minimalist music on genres like EDM. Through performing and composing activities, pupils develop their understanding of musical structures and textures.
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, KS2 Instrumental Lessons: India.
This resource supports pupils as they explore the vibrant world of Bollywood music and its cultural significance. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as Bollywood, playback singers, harmony, and performance directions, helping pupils understand the elements that contribute to Indian film music. The unit also familiarizes pupils with traditional Indian instruments enhancing their appreciation of India’s musical heritage. By engaging with these elements, pupils develop their performance skills and cultural understanding.
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the Music, KS2 Whole-class instrumental South America lesson.
This resource supports pupils as they explore the rich musical traditions of Latin America through instrumental performance. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as salsa, samba, tango, reggaeton, and percussion instruments like bongos, claves, and guiros, helping pupils understand the cultural and rhythmic elements that define Latin American music. The unit also familiarizes pupils with musical notation. By engaging with these elements, pupils develop their performance skills and cultural appreciation.
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 2, Changes in Pitch, Tempo and Dynamics.
This resource supports pupils as they explore how musical elements can depict the journey of a river, enhancing their understanding of classical music. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as pitch, tempo, dynamics, harmony, ostinato, and a cappella, helping pupils grasp how variations in these elements convey different moods and narratives. The unit also encourages active listening and performance, allowing pupils to experience the expressive power of music first-hand.
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 3, Jazz.
This Music resource is designed to support the pupils as they explore the key characteristics of jazz music and its historical significance. It introduces key vocabulary such as syncopation, improvisation, swing, blues scale, and call and response, helping the pupils understand how jazz musicians create expressive and dynamic performances. The pupils will also learn about the influence of jazz pioneers and experiment with improvisation techniques.
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 4, Haiku, Music and Performance (Hanami Festival).
This resource supports pupils as they explore the interplay between Japanese poetry and music, drawing inspiration from the Hanami cherry blossom festival. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as haiku, pizzicato, staccato, glissando, and col legno, helping pupils understand how different musical techniques can evoke imagery and emotion. Through this creative process of composing their own musical haiku, pupils develop their skills in composition, performance, and expressive musical interpretation.
A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 4, Body and Tuned Percussion (Theme: Rainforests).
This resource supports pupils as they explore the vibrant sounds of the rainforest through body percussion and tuned instruments. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as rhythm, melody, texture, dynamics, timbre, and pitch, helping pupils understand how different sounds and layers create musical compositions. The unit encourages pupils to use their bodies—clapping, tapping, and stamping—as well as instruments like glockenspiels and xylophones to represent rainforest environments. By engaging with these musical elements, pupils develop their ability to compose, perform, and appraise music that reflects natural soundscapes.
