SUBJECT

Music

"To sing is to pray twice."

St Augustine


SUBJECT

Why Music Matters

“Music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.”

Plato


Music develops creativity, confidence and expression.


Through performing, composing and listening, students explore ideas, emotions and culture, building skills that support both personal growth and academic success.

MISSION

Our Approach

The Music Department creates a vibrant and creative environment where students can explore music in a range of ways.


Students are encouraged to perform, compose and listen critically, developing confidence and independence. Music is valued both as an academic subject and as an important part of school life.

LEARNING

From Year 7 to GCSE

At Key Stage 3, students develop skills in performing, composing and listening, exploring a wide range of genres and styles.


At Key Stage 4, students can study GCSE Music (Edexcel), focusing on performance, composition and listening, or GCSE Music Technology, specialising in production and sound design.

SKILLS

What Students Develop

Performance


  • Singing and playing instruments
  • Solo and ensemble work



Creativity


  • Composing and improvising
  • Developing original ideas

Listening


  • Understanding musical styles and genres
  • Analysing and evaluating music

Technical Skills


  • Using music technology and software
  • Recording and producing music

Collaboration


  • Working as part of a group
  • Developing confidence through shared performance

ENRICHMENT

Music Beyond the Classroom

Students have opportunities to:


  • Learn instruments through subsidised lessons
  • Take part in concerts, productions and performances
  • Perform in school events, services and community settings
  • Develop their skills through extra-curricular groups


Instrumental lessons:



Students can learn a wide range of instruments through subsidised lessons during the school day, including:


  • Voice, piano and guitar
  • Strings, woodwind and brass
  • Drums and percussion


Formal graded exams are also available.

LITERACY

Musical Understanding

Students learn to:


  • Use subject-specific musical vocabulary
  • Describe and evaluate different types of music
  • Make connections between styles, genres and traditions
  • Reflect on and improve their own work
  • Understand how music is created, performed and experienced

CURRICULUM

Explore by Year

  • Year 7
  • Year 8
  • Year 9
  • Year 10
  • Year 11

CONTACT

Head of Music

For more information, contact:


info@allsaintscc.org.uk FAO Miss Finlay