Music is a universal language that embodies one of the highest forms of creativity. At Temple Ewell we aim to provide a music curriculum which engages and inspires pupils to develop a love of music and their talents as musicians, and so increase their self-confidence, creativity and sense of achievement. We aim to ensure that all pupils perform, listen to, review and evaluate music across a range of historical periods, genres, styles and traditions. They Learn to sing and to use their voices, to create and compose music on their own and with others, have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument, use technology appropriately and have the opportunity to progress to the next level of musical excellence. They are given opportunities to explore and develop an understanding of how music is created, produced and communicated.
“I like singing and doing the actions for the ‘Jungle Song’.” (Kian, Y1)
“I like playing the shakers because I like the sound that they make.” (Pearl, Y1)
“We learn how to play the glockenspiel in our music lessons and play different notes to create a tune. We learn when to pause and when to play.” (Eden & Posie, Willows class)
“I have learnt how to ‘squeeze and stretch’ on the piano. I enjoy playing the dramatic chord! (Isla, Y3)
We have been learning ‘Wig Wam Bam’ on the ukulele. We have enjoyed learning the different chords.” (Sam & Morgan, Year 3)
“The singing day at Charlton Church was magnificent! A band played for us and we sang 10 songs with other children from different schools. (Elms class)
“We enjoy creating and performing music to the class.” (Maggie & Damiano, Y5)
“We love being part of the ‘Rock Steady Band’. We play the bass, keyboard, guitar, drums and sing. We like performing to an audience and learning the new songs to play.” (Oliver, Bobby & Aluna, Y1&2)
For further information about the Intent, Implementation and Impact of our Music curriculum, please see the Music Policy below
