Music

Subject Overview

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Intent

Music is a universal language that embodies one of the highest forms of creativity. At Sidlesham Primary School, our Music curriculum aims to inspire a love of sound, rhythm and song, nurturing each child’s creativity, voice and musical understanding. We want pupils to experience music from a wide variety of traditions and genres, and appreciate how music connects cultures, emotions and history. Through music, children gain confidence, develop self-expression, and learn to listen and create with sensitivity. 

Implementation

• Music lessons are delivered across all year groups via planned units that build skills over time. These include singing, instrumental work, listening and composing.

• Pupils are taught to recognise and use rhythm, melody, structure and dynamics. They explore music from different cultures and time periods, responding both physically (e.g. singing, percussion) and creatively (e.g. composition).

• Performance is part of our approach: children have opportunities to perform solo and in groups, both in class and in school wider events.

• Staff use modelled examples, musical vocabulary, and listening activities to deepen pupils’ understanding. Children learn to appraise their own work and that of others, refining their skills through feedback.

• Extra‑curricular music is supported via clubs, instrument lessons (if available), and performance opportunities to build confidence and broaden experience.

Impact

By the end of Key Stage 2, children at Sidlesham will:

• Be confident performers who can sing, play simple instruments, and take part in ensemble work.

• Recognise and describe musical elements (such as rhythm, tempo, pitch, dynamics) and use appropriate musical vocabulary.

• Compose or improvise pieces with increasing creativity, structure and intent.

• Listen with attention and evaluate music, comparing styles, genres and traditions.

• Demonstrate their musical journey through performances, recordings or sharings, with pride and growing skill.

Assessment is carried out through listening to performances, reviewing compositions, teacher observations, and feedback. Progress is tracked to ensure each child develops musical skills, knowledge and confidence through their time at Sidlesham.

Music Knowledge Organisers