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Learning objective

  • To create an eight-beat break to play within a performance.

Success criteria

  • I can create a break that fills eight
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National curriculum

Music

Pupils should be taught to:

  • Play
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Cross-curricular links

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: Match the picture to recap previous learning.

Learning objective

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support

Could have one of the predetermined eight-count rhythms so all they have to do is memorise it and play it in the correct place.

Pupils working at greater depth

Should be encouraged to use a rest (or two) in their breaks.

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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: creating an eight beat break, which

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Knowledge outcomes

 

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Vocabulary definitions

  • metronome

    A device that clicks at regular intervals; used in music to help keep the beat.

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In this unit

Assessment - Music Y5: South and West Africa

Lesson 1: Shosholoza a cappella

Lesson 2: Playing Shosholoza

Lesson 3: The Shosholoza show

Lesson 4: Drumming away to Africa

Lesson 5: Eight-beat breaks

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Laura Barr

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In her 14 year teaching career, Laura assumed the role of Music Lead, and was Head of Music in a large secondary school. Laura has a passion for working with children with a disadvantaged background, either through deprivation or disability, and now works…
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Last update: 23rd February, 2026

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