Music
Head of Department – Mrs Evonne M Pellow
Music is a powerful, unique form of communication that can change the way pupils feel, think and act. It brings together intellect and feeling and enables personal expression, reflection and emotional development. As an integral part of culture, past and present, it helps pupils understand themselves and relate to others, forging important links between the home, school and the wider world. The teaching of music develops pupils’ ability to listen and appreciate a wide variety of music and to make judgements about musical quality. It encourages active involvement in different forms of music making, both individual and communal, developing a sense of group identity and togetherness. As an inclusive school the arts are a valuable means of developing confidence and communication skills, and facilitating expression, ideas and feelings. In addition, through purposeful, imaginative and ambitious activities, pupils learn to take managed risks, trying out new ideas and new ways of working without fear of failure.
We aim to develop over time, following the National Curriculum and Model Music Curriculum, a number of areas for all learners that are sequenced in such a way to build and strengthen skills over time. Foundation Learners will receive flexible access to the Music curriculum. The same topics are covered but the required level of performance will be adapted to suit the needs of the individual learner.
By the time a pupil leaves Holy Family, regardless of ability, they will have had the opportunity to:
- take peripatetic lessons in an instrument of their choice
- perform as part of a group including percussion, ukulele, steel pans, keyboard or choir
- perform music in solo, duet and larger groups
- learn how to use music technology software to record, edit, and develop their work
- study how to compose music and create several pieces of their own work
- study the work of famous composers from throughout music history and look at the development of music and musical instruments since the medieval period
- study music theory throughout Key Stage 3, and in greater depth at KS4 should they choose music at GCSE level
- develop an appreciation of music by learning how to critically listen to music, analyse and understand how music works
- experience music in both live and recorded form, with enrichment from visiting live performances where appropriate
SEND Learners receive adapted access to the mainstream Music curriculum. The same topics are covered but the required level of performance will be adapted to suit the needs of the individual learner. Prior learning is ascertained for ALL learners, and the curriculum is adapted accordingly.
Music Curriculum Map
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AUTUMN 1 |
AUTUMN 2 |
SPRING 1 |
SPRING 2 |
SUMMER 1 |
SUMMER 2 |
YEAR 7 |
EXPLORING RHYTHM DEVELOPING AURAL DISCRIMINATION |
USING MY VOICE |
EXPLORING MELODY |
EXPLORING HARMONY |
WHAT MAKES A GOOD SONG |
DEVELOPING SONG STRUCTURE |
YEAR 8 |
EXPLORING CHORDS |
DEVELOPING CHORDS & MELODY |
EXPLORING SYNCOPATION |
DEVELOPING AURAL DISCRIMINATION |
EXPLORING TEXTURE & STRUCTURE |
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YEAR 9 |
DEEPENING KNOWLEDGE OF MELODY, CHORDS & HARMONY |
DEVELOPING CRITICAL ENGAGEMENT |
EXPLORING 20TH CENTURY |
DEVELOPING CRITICAL ENGAGEMENT |
EXPLORING MUSIC FOR FILM |
DEVELOPING CRITICAL ENGAGEMENT |
YEAR 10 |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
YEAR 11 |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
LEVEL 1/2 TECH AWARD IN MUSIC |
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Key Stage 3
Music Key Stage 3 Curriculum Maps
Key Stage 4
Music Key Stage 4 Curriculum Maps
Enrichment
The Music department offers educational trips to the theatre (including West End), orchestral concerts and regularly has visiting musicians to augment the delivery of Music. GCSE booster sessions are offered each week to enhance pupils learning and help with any difficulties they have encountered. Peripatetic lessons are offered weekly on the following instruments: woodwind, brass, lower and upper strings, drum kit, voice, electric and acoustic guitar. Pupils showcase their work throughout the year at various concerts, school celebrations and community events. There is a lively extra-curricular programme running weekly – choir, guitar club and percussion group are central for musical enrichment.
Sky Music Hub concert
Music department went to the Sky Music Hub concert on Tuesday 27th June for an amazing concert featuring Brass and Wind bands, who treated us to a March by local composer W Rimmer right through to a medley of songs from Mamma Mia.
The second half featured the Aurin Girls choir from Hungary who are touring the UK. They sang songs by Britten, traditional Hungarian songs and a haunting performance of Eric Whitacre's 'Seal Lullaby.'
Such a lovely way to spend a Tuesday evening!
Good Shepherd Mass
On Wednesday 28th June 2023, 20 members of Holy Family School choir attended the Good Shepherd Mass at the beautiful Metropolitan Cathedral in Liverpool. On the day we had a short rehearsal before the mass. After practising the hymns, accompanied by the spectacular cathedral organ, we had a short break before the service.
Whilst the cathedral was busy during rehearsal, with 1000+ primary and secondary pupils, it was even busier during the actual mass, where another 700+ joined us in celebration. There were many students from other local schools, and Archbishop Malcolm McMahon celebrated the mass.
We had a wonderful day and enjoyed performing at this event.
Check out our Twitter feed for more information #HFCHSMusic
Resources
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zv7gxyc
www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXtYLSKXjgo&list=PLNeHS3oeH242gKpGrZAA-xvafcIOjjpw6
Careers
For further information on careers involving Music, visit