Music

It is our intent in Music to provide a creative and inclusive curriculum experience for students. We aim to develop performing, composing, and listening skills that follow on from study at KS2. This is achieved by ensuring that our curriculum is accessible, enjoyable and provides a rich educational experience.

Throughout key stage 3 and 4 we aim to build resilience, develop aspiration, and nurture talents. Ultimately, aiming to stimulate curiosity about the diverse musical traditions in the world. Exploring a variety of genres in music and understanding their origins, supports students in gaining cultural capital, having a further awareness of the world around them. 

When developing performing skills, students will have the opportunity to learn a variety of instruments including ukulele, keyboard, guitar and singing. Students who play other instruments are encouraged to use these in school.  We aim for all performances to be fluent, accurate and confident.  Students are continually challenged in performing based on ability and prior experience.  

In our development of composing skills, we aim for students to explore and create musical ideas, using a variety of musical elements. They compose in a range of styles and are encouraged to work creatively.  Students are taught to notate their music traditionally and through music technology. Through practical work, students develop their confidence and communication skills through working with others.  

Throughout our development of listening skills, we aim for students to recognise the musical elements in any music studied, identify key features of the genre and to use an increasing range of musical vocabulary to accurately describe the music they hear. 

The progression throughout the curriculum ensures that students develop their ability to recall knowledge, their subject fluency and deepen their understanding. There is a strong focus on monitoring and assessment to ensure that all students are progressing as expected or better.  Where needed, intervention and support is timely and impactful.  

We are committed to providing a supportive and stimulating learning environment where every student can explore and grow. The classroom environment is positive, purposeful, and safe, and lessons instill a love of learning. Through the study of music, we hope that our students will develop these skills in becoming a well-rounded musician.