Learn how to teach singing with confidence using a combination of ‘copyback’ and ‘patterning’ techniques to develop an enjoyment of singing in your pupils.

This Music short video explains the difference between pulse and rhythm, two essential musical concepts often confused by pupils. You’ll explore how to describe and demonstrate each, with practical activities to help children develop coordination and understanding, such as marching to the beat and clapping rhythms. Ideal for embedding the concept of duration from the national curriculum.

This video explores the musical concept of pitch—how high or low a note sounds—and how to teach it effectively in the classroom. You’ll learn how to clarify common confusions between pitch and volume, and gain practical strategies to help pupils understand, demonstrate, and use pitch vocabulary accurately through singing and gesture.

This Music video introduces percussion instruments and how to use them effectively in the primary classroom. It explains the difference between tuned and untuned percussion, offering tips for introducing rhythm through accessible instruments like shakers, tambourines, and glockenspiels. Perfect for building musical skills and confidence, the video highlights why percussion is a great starting point for whole-class instrumental music-making.

This Music video introduces the basics of teaching composing and improvising to KS1 pupils. It explains how to guide children through experimenting with voice, body percussion and instruments, encouraging creativity before introducing structure. With practical advice and classroom examples, it supports teachers in laying the foundations for future musical composition.

At KS1, pupils experiment with sound – creating, selecting and combining sounds in preparation for composing and improvising in KS2