Music

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Intent 

Sale and Davys School community work together to promote and develop the skills, knowledge and appreciation of music. Through a rich and varied curriculum, our children are able to use the language of music to discuss and critique a wide range of music across history. Children will be provided with the opportunities to sing and be involved in musical performances; developing their vocal skills as well as exploring the playing of different instruments – including composing their own music. Our overall intention, is to encourage a love of music that will endure throughout their lifetime.  

Implementation 

• Every art unit of work begins with a piece of music as a stimulus. 

• Music units covered are chosen to cover a broad and progressive curriculum. 

• Music and musicians are used to support the learning of music – its processes, skills and knowledge. 

• All children are taught and encouraged to use the language of music whilst learning and discussing work. 

• All children are encouraged to reflect upon their own personal opinions of the music pieces covered. 

• Children are given the opportunities to play different instruments and perform in groups and for an audience.  

• Children are provided with opportunities to compose their own simple tunes and perform them.  

• Children are encouraged to evaluate and amend work as it progresses.