Curriculum Leader: Mrs P Brady
email: p.brady@voy.hslt.academy
Curriculum quote:
Curriculum intent
Curriculum sequence/plan/model:
Curriculum opportunities: Key Stage 3
Curriculum implementation:
As an Academy we have a range of clear standards and expectations of our pupils however each subject area has its own individual practices and habits that ensure that it can function to its optimum.
Curriculum delivery:
Music is taught in mixed ability classes at all Key Stages with all students encouraged to use their voice, the various instruments available, and the recording and editing facilities available via our online platform. Students learn about different genres and key musical terminology and features, and apply these when listening and composing in order to develop their wider understanding of the world. Performance is a key feature of most lessons with students given the opportunity to rehearse and perform solo or in groups.
Homework:
There is no formal Homework for music. Students at KS3 are encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom through their engagement with the online platforms, after-school club and independent practice. At KS4 students are expected to be learning and practising their instrument on a weekly basis along with attending P6 in Y11 and working on their coursework in their own time.
The shadow curriculum:
There are two websites available via the Google Classroom where students can undertake some music work should they not be in school.
https://teachinggadget.com
https://edu.bandlab.com
Supporting your child:
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Key Stage 3 |
Teaching Gadget provides lessons, listening activities, tests and games to develop aural awareness, knowledge and understanding.
Bandlab is a free online platform which enables students to record and edit their musical work. All students must use the educational version and log in using their school email address. |
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Exam courses |
As above plus:
https://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/music-gcse |
The Eduqas website has a number of useful and relevant documents along with revision resources and listening activities. BBC Bitesize is a useful resource with relevant information to read plus listening tests to check understanding. Students must ensure they select the Eduqas exam board.
The Baines music channel on YouTube has lots of GCSE-style practice listening questions, useful for revision. |
Wider interest:
York Music Hub provides a list of Approved Tutors for singing/instrumental lessons (https://www.yorkmusichub.org.uk) They also provide bursaries to support the cost of tuition in schools. Speak to Mrs Brady for further information.
York Arts Education provides opportunities for lessons and ensemble playing as well as low cost instrument hire and repair (https://www.yorkartsed.org.uk/).
Accessible Arts and Media provide musical opportunities for young people with disabilities and learning needs. They are an inclusive organisation helping York residents gain access to music (https://www.aamedia.org.uk).