Music
Music
Music at Churnet View Middle School
Music at Churnet View Middle School is a practical, creative and culturally rich subject. Pupils develop their musicianship through performing, composing, listening and appraising while building knowledge of musical elements, notation and a broad range of musical styles and traditions. The curriculum aims to develop confidence, independence, creativity and a lifelong appreciation of music.
Music is taught through a range of practical projects which enable pupils to develop performing, composing and listening skills alongside an increasingly secure understanding of music theory and notation. Pupils are introduced to music from different cultures, historical periods and genres and are encouraged to become confident and independent musicians.
Year 5
During Year 5, pupils begin their music journey at Churnet View Middle School through practical exploration and performance.
Topics include:
- Instruments of the Orchestra
- African Music and Djembe Drumming
- Chinese Music
- Musical Futures Singing
- Haunted Houses (using music and sound effects to create atmosphere)
Pupils develop their understanding of the elements of music, begin reading basic musical notation and learn to perform using keyboards, percussion instruments and voice.
Year 6
During Year 6, pupils extend their understanding of musical notation, performance and composition.
Topics include:
- Recorder Karate
- Musical Futures Singing
- Sound Effects and Music for Storytelling
- Scales and Keyboard Performance
Pupils develop greater fluency in reading music, improve accuracy when performing and begin using musical knowledge more independently when composing and evaluating music.
Year 7
During Year 7, pupils become increasingly independent musicians and develop a deeper understanding of music theory and performance.
Topics include:
- Minimalism
- Samba
- Band Skills
- Theme and Variation
- Jazz
Pupils further develop ensemble performance skills, composition techniques and music-reading fluency whilst exploring music from a range of traditions and cultures.
Year 8
During Year 8, pupils refine their performance, composition and analysis skills through increasingly challenging projects.
Topics include:
- Musicals
- Film Music
- Sound Effects and Music Technology
- Video Game Music
- Song Writing
Pupils perform, compose and appraise music with increasing independence and are introduced to music technology, soundtrack composition and a wider range of musical styles and genres.
Enrichment Opportunities
Music learning is enriched through a range of performance opportunities and extra-curricular activities, including:
- School Choir
- Young Voices
- Weekly Orchestra
- Christmas Concert
- Summer Performing Arts Showcase
These opportunities allow pupils to develop confidence, teamwork and performance skills beyond the classroom.
Music Curriculum Documents
Further information about the Music curriculum can be found in the following documents:
- Music Curriculum Intent
- Key Stage 2 Music Learning Journey
- Key Stage 3 Music Learning Journey
