KS1 & KS2 music curriculum

In this unit, pupils continue to develop their sense of pulse, ability to match pitches and sing with some control of dynamics when performing age-appropriate songs. Further challenge is added through the introduction of a simple second part, a rhythmic ostinato. Introducing a second line that is not melodic introduces pupils to the concept of texture and part-singing without the difficulty of harmony. In later units, pupils will sing with melodic second parts and add multiple layers in their instrumental playing.

1. Developing pulse and moving in time to the music
2. Adding body percussion to a song
3. Building a thicker texture with a chanted ostinato
4. Building a thicker texture with a sung ostinato
5. Altering dynamics to balance part singing
6. Performing two-part songs