Music

Our Vision

“Music is life itself” (Louis Armstrong-Famous Jazz Trumpeter) 

Here at the Cedars, we want Music to become “life itself” for our learners. Opportunities are there for students to participate within lessons, but also in our afterschool extracurricular programme which includes instrumental tuition, as well as group activities to get involved in. 

We look to enable our students to become:

  • Confident students who will enjoy a lifetime connection and appreciation of music 

     

  • Confident in social skills, able to engage positively in collaboration as well as being self-reliant 

  • Creative thinkers who can independently adapt, problem solve and offer solutions 

  • Resilient students who face challenges head on 

  • Reflective students who are analytical and able to evaluate their own and other students’ performances  

  • Metacognitive learners who demonstrate self-motivation and self-regulation 

  • Motivated and determined students who are fascinated with the world around them and how the arts contribute to their everyday lives. 


Our curriculum

The Music Curriculum is based on the New National Curriculum  

Practical music making using keyboards, singing, guitars, opportunities for music technology, performance, composing and listening. There are opportunities to play rock instruments in ensembles. 

Year 7:

  • Rhythm, Pitch, Singing (Term 1)

  • Chords and Harmony (Term 2)

  • Ensemble Skills (Term 3) 

Year 8: 

  • Blues (Term 1)

  • Reggae (Term 2)

  • Song Structure (Term 3) 

Year 9:

  • Classical Mash Up (Term 1)

  • Film Music (Term 2)

  • Band Project (Term 3) 

Timetabling 

KS3 – 1 50-minute lesson per week 

This provides a foundation for doing BTEC Technical Award in Music Practice 

Extra-curricular opportunities

Singing Club – GarageBand Club – Battle of the Bands. Practice Rooms are available for pupils to book to rehearse at lunch time throughout the week 


Musical Instrument Lessons at The cedars academy

 We have visiting instrumental teachers for Piano, Percussion (including Drum Kit), Strings and Guitar/Bass. 

For further information, please contact Ms Wright: [email protected]