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Learning objective

  • To apply simple singing techniques when singing a pop song.

Success criteria

  • I can explain good singing technique.
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National curriculum

Music

Pupils should be taught to:

  • Play
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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Recap and recall

Recap the definition of melody (a pattern of different pitches: the tune). Show the Presentation: Melody match. Ask the children to listen carefully to the audio. Read each statement and ask the children to show a thumbs up if they think it is correct or a thumbs down if they think it is incorrect.

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support:

  • Could hum the melody in time instead of singing the lyrics to reduce language demands and build confidence.
  • Could stand in the centre of their group to match pitch and timing by listening to surrounding voices.

Pupils working at greater depth:

  • Should stand at the front and lead the class by modelling clear, confident singing.
  • Should sing a line as a solo while maintaining pitch and timing.
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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding can:

  • Demonstrate a good singing technique when they
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Vocabulary definitions

  • melody (Y3)

    A pattern of different pitches (the tune).

  • singing technique (Y4)

    How to use voice and body properly so singing sounds clear and strong.

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In this unit

Assessment – Music: Three-chord pop: Playing in a band

Lesson 1: Singing pop

Lesson 2: Playing a pop bass line

Lesson 3: Playing pop chords

Lesson 4: Rehearsal and performance techniques

Lesson 5: Pop star performance

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Last update: 16th June, 2026

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