Music Statement of Intent

Music is a key feature of life at Knightlow school and you can't go far without hearing the sound of a member of our Knightlow family singing. We listen to, and perform, a wide range of music and the children love to contribute to whole school performances where music takes centre stage. We have recently adopted the 'Charanga' music scheme and approach which includes lessons in listening, composing and performing, and which builds skills from year to year. This is augmented by various activities and focus events that take place throughout the year to enrich the children's musical understanding. Teachers plan using Charanga but also link music to topic work when they can, and they use year group descriptors to assess the children's development and progress against age-related expectations.

As well as the weekly lessons in individual classes we offer the following music opportunities at Knightlow:

• School singing performances at Christmas, the school fete and other events;
• Weekly lessons from Independent Music Solutions in Woodwind, Brass, Guitar and Keyboard instruments. These are open to any child in KS2. If your child is interested in taking up an instrument, please speak to the school office;
• Years 5 and 6 participate in the Young Voices concert at Birmingham Resorts World annually;
• A KS2 Choir which meets regularly (new members are always welcome);
• Wider opportunities such as working with Pop UK and iSING Pop;
• Visiting teachers who have provided class and whole school opportunities with instruments and voice (this year we have offered guitar tuition for all children in Years 4 and 5);

We are always on the lookout for new and exciting opportunities for Knightlow children to participate in music, so keep your eyes on newsletters and any class letters that come home.

Mrs Vavasour

Music Curriculum Leader

Musician of the Week

Below, you will find Musician of the Week PowerPoints where you can read about some great facts about musicians who have shaped the world of Music! After this, have a listen to their most famous compositions. Happy listening, Knightlow Family!