Music

Music is a universal language that embodies one of the highest forms of creativity. As pupils progress, they should develop a critical engagement with music, allowing them to compose, and to listen with discrimination to the best in the musical canon. At Cicely we believe that music plays an integral role in helping children to feel part of the school community, therefore we try to provide opportunities for all children to create, play, perform and enjoy music both in class and to an audience. Through assemblies, children showcase their talent and their understanding of performing with awareness of others. Lessons enable children to develop their skills, appreciate a wide variety of music and begin to appraise a range of musical genres. The aims of our Music curriculum are to develop pupils who: Enjoy and have an appreciation for music. Listen to, review and evaluate music across a range of historical periods, genres, cultures, styles and traditions. Can sing and use their voices to create different effects. Create and compose music, both on their own and with others. Use a range of musical language. Make judgements and express personal preferences about the quality and style of music. Take part in performances with an awareness of audience.