Year 9 Music Curriculum
| Topic | Further details about the topic | |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | ||
| 1 |
Guitar project and Film Music |
Study of Film Music and how melodies relate to characters. Performing iconic film themes. |
| Spring Term | ||
| 1 |
Hooks and Riffs |
How composers use hooks and riffs to create memorable melodies and accompaniments. |
| 2 |
Music in adverts |
Study of music in advertising and compositional techniques used. |
| Summer Term | ||
| 1 |
Music for computer games |
Study of computer game music and how they are constructed. |
| 2 |
Performing film music |
More detailed analysis of performing film music and how melodies relate to characters. Performing iconic film themes. |
Assessment
| Topic | Type of Assessment | |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 1 | Contemporary Song performance | Performance (Vocal / Instrumental) |
| CAT 2 | Film Music | End of year exam |
Main Resources
| Resource | Details | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Text book | Music Matters 11 – 14 Book 3 Chris Hiscock and Marian Metcalfe | All |
| Recommended Reading |
The AB guide to Music Theory Part 1 by Eric Taylor |
All |
| Recommended Websites |
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All |
Enrichment opportunities
| Activity or trip | Day and time or term |
|---|---|
|
Junior Choir |
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| Senior Choir | |
| School Choir | |
| Wind Band | |
| Junior Percussion Ensemble | |
| Junior Brass Ensemble | |
| Junior Big Band | |
| Concert Band |
