A Knowledge Organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Music, Year 4, Samba and carnival sounds and instruments (Theme: South America).
 

This resource supports pupils as they explore the vibrant rhythms and cultural significance of Brazilian samba music. It introduces key vocabulary and concepts such as rhythm, syncopation, off-beat, and break. The unit also familiarizes pupils with traditional samba instruments like the agogo, caixa, chocalho, ganza, repique, surdo, and tamborim, emphasizing their roles in producing samba's distinctive sound. By engaging with these elements, pupils develop their ability to perform and compose samba rhythms, fostering both musical skills and cultural appreciation.
 

• Music scheme of work.
• Year 3 and Year 4 Music scheme of work.