Why Would I Bring a Ball to a Music Lesson? If you walked past my classroom and saw a group of children bouncing, throwing, and catching balls, you might think PE had taken over music time. But don’t be fooled – this is rhythm in motion! Because wherever there’s pulse, there’s a place for a […]
Rhythm Games for Children: Changing Patterns Hello! Here’s a really simple but powerful game I love using in primary music lesson plans – a rhythm-based activity called Changing Patterns. It works brilliantly in EYFS music lessons, with KS1 music resources, and even as part of KS2 music lesson plans. It’s one of those classroom music […]
How Active Music KS2 aligns with the MMC 1) Singing MMC asks for: widening repertoire; good vocal production; accurate pitch; part-singing (rounds/partner songs); phrasing, dynamics; frequent performance. Active Music delivers: Matches MMC outcomes for ensemble singing, tuning, rounds/partner songs, phrasing/dynamics, and regular performing opportunities. 2) Listening MMC asks for: critical/active listening; broad repertoire/cultural contexts; repeated […]
How Active Music aligns with the Model Music Curriculum (Key Stage 1) The Model Music Curriculum (MMC) outlines four key areas for KS1: 1. Singing MMC Requirements: How Active Music Aligns:Singing is at the heart of every Active Music lessonChildren learn songs, chants, singing games, rounds, and canons — all carefully chosen for vocal range […]
Rhythm Games for Children: 20 Activities with One Simple Chant One of the joys of teaching music is discovering just how much you can do with just one simple chant. You don’t need endless resources – sometimes the most effective classroom music activities come from keeping it simple. Here’s a great example using the chant […]