Meet the Music Team
Mr S Rogers – Director of Music
Curriculum Intent
To promote and nurture a passion for music
To develop and embed skills, an understanding and knowledge in music and challenging misconceptions in music.
To develop challenge, resilience, independence and confidence through performing, composing and appraising music
To develop teamworking, leadership and communication skills through ensemble performing
To develop and nurture pupil’s lifelong passion and appreciation of music.
Enable students to reflect on their learning and apply to future material
To prepare students for GCSE music option through a practical, varied and challenging KS3 curriculum
To encourage students to be open minded and inquisitive about further education and careers in music
To ‘think big’ and expose students to a range of diverse cultures, styles and genres of music
To provide a wide range of musical experiences and opportunities in the whole school environment
To challenge preconceived attitudes towards music being an exclusive and unattainable subject.
To develop practical musical skills that will enable progression through the curriculum.
Our Topics
Year 7
Notes of the keyboard
Egyptian Music
Instruments of the orchestra
Rhythm and Notation
Samba Music
Year 8
Pachalbel vs Coolio
Swing music
Chords
Chords and Pop Music
Band Project
Ukulele Project
Year 9 - Gateway Year
Blues Music/Music Technology
Composing Techniques
Band Project
Song Writing
Composing
Music Theory
Year 10
Composition
Music Theory
Set Works – Mozart
Composition
Set Works – Little Shop of Horrors
Composition and Performing
Year 11
Composition
Theory and Listening
Revision
Revision & Exams
Careers
Music develops creativity, discipline, and confidence. It opens doors to performing, teaching, and producing.
Careers Directly Linked
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Performer (Singer / Musician) – live or recorded work.
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Composer / Songwriter – creating music for media or artists.
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Music Teacher / Tutor – schools or private teaching.
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Sound Engineer / Producer – recording and mixing music.
Wider Opportunities
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Music Therapy – supporting wellbeing through music.
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Events Management – organising concerts and festivals.
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Broadcasting / Radio – presenting or producing music shows.
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Arts Administration – running cultural organisations.
Transferable Skills
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Confidence and presentation.
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Creativity and teamwork.
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Commitment and time management.
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Problem-solving and resilience.
Next Steps
Further study in Music, Performing Arts, or Sound Technology, or apprenticeships in events, production, and teaching.