A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, KS2 Instrumental Lessons: North America.
 

This resource supports pupils as they explore the minimalist music movement, focusing on composers such as Steve Reich and Philip Glass. It introduces vocabulary and concepts including melody, harmony, ostinato, layered textures, interlocking phrases, electronic dance music (EDM), and synthesiser. Pupils learn about the characteristics of minimalist music, such as repetition, simple harmony, and layered textures. The unit also examines the influence of minimalist music on genres like EDM. Through performing and composing activities, pupils develop their understanding of musical structures and textures.
 

• Music scheme of work.
• KS2 Whole-class instrumental lessons scheme of work.