Knowledge organiser for the Haiku music and performance (Hanami festival) Year 4 Lower Key Stage 2 Music lessons.
Teaching resource: Knowledge organiser
Knowledge organiser: Music – Y4 Body and tuned percussion (Rainforests)
Knowledge organiser for the Body and tuned percussion (Rainforests) Year 4 Lower Key Stage 2 Music lessons.
Knowledge organiser: Music – Y4 Samba and carnival sounds and instruments (South America)
Knowledge organiser for the Samba and carnival sounds and instruments Year 4 Lower Key Stage 2 Music lessons.
Knowledge organiser: Music – Y4 Adapting and transposing motifs (Romans)
Knowledge organiser for the Adapting and transposing motifs (Romans) Year 4 Lower Key Stage 2 Music lessons.
Knowledge organiser: Music – Y4 Rock and roll
Knowledge organiser for the Rock and Roll Year 4 Lower Key Stage 2 Music lessons.
Knowledge organiser – Music Y2: On this island (British folk music)
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the now archived unit Music, Year 2, On This Island.
This Music resource is designed to support the pupils as they explore how music can be used to represent different aspects of an island environment. It introduces key vocabulary such as dynamics, tempo, pitch, texture, and structure, helping the pupils understand how composers use musical elements to depict landscapes and moods. The pupils will also learn how to create their own compositions inspired by island settings, using instruments and vocal sounds to represent natural features.
Knowledge organiser – Music Y2: Orchestral instruments
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the now archived unit Music, Year 2, Orchestral Instruments.
This Music resource is designed to support the pupils as they explore the different families of orchestral instruments and their unique sounds. It introduces key vocabulary such as strings, woodwind, brass, percussion, and conductor, helping the pupils understand how instruments are classified and how they contribute to an orchestra’s overall sound. The pupils will also learn to identify instruments by their timbre and recognise their roles within orchestral performances.
Knowledge organiser – Music Y2: Musical me
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the now archived unit Music, Year 2, Musical Me.
This Music resource is designed to support the pupils as they explore self-expression through music and composition. It introduces key vocabulary such as rhythm, pulse, pitch, structure, and notation, helping the pupils understand how musical elements combine to create melodies and songs. The pupils will also learn to compose and perform simple vocal and instrumental pieces, using different dynamics and tempos to enhance expression.
Knowledge organiser – Music Y2: Myths and legends
A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the now archived unit Music, Year 2, Myths and Legends.
This Music resource is designed to support the pupils as they explore how music is used to tell stories from myths and legends. It introduces key vocabulary such as rhythm, dynamics, pitch, motif, and texture, helping the pupils understand how musical elements create atmosphere and character. The pupils will also learn how composers use repeated themes and instrumentation to represent mythical creatures and legendary events.
Please note: This unit has now been replaced by the Year 2 unit *NEW* Structure (Theme: Myths and legends) and will no longer be updated.
