This resource practises identifying tonality and key in the Area of Study One set works (Bach and Beethoven.) It consists of six pages: four pages of questions and two answer-sheets. I have produced a set of resources based on the technique of ‘over-learning’ which is a method intended to strengthen and consolidate the mental models in long term memory as advocated by Bjork (2011). I have analysed the two specimen papers published by Edexcel, in conjunction with the Specification. By identifying and understanding the requirements of these specimen papers, I am able to be confident that these resources will prepare the students for the examination. Notes about the resources The resources can be used as formative assessments. The expectation is that students will get all of the questions right because the aim is for teachers to teach to mastery. If they do not score highly then the concept should be revisited immediately to address any misconceptions. This method helps a student to ‘build a firm long-term memory of the concept being taught’ (Christodoulou, 2016). Please read ‘The philosophy behind my resources’ for more information. Please see the file ‘List of Resources’ to establish what is available.

Various elements of music feature in the two GCSE specimen papers published by Edexcel. I have analysed both papers and made a list of the elements covered. This two-page resource has boxes for the students to fill in so that they have all of the information they need at-a-glance.

This resource practises identifying melody and accompaniment in the Area of Study One set works (Bach and Beethoven). It consists of six pages: four pages of questions and two answer-sheets. I have produced a set of resources based on the technique of ‘over-learning’ which is a method intended to strengthen and consolidate the mental models in long term memory as advocated by Bjork (2011). I have analysed the two specimen papers published by Edexcel, in conjunction with the Specification. By identifying and understanding the requirements of these specimen papers, I am able to be confident that these resources will prepare the students for the examination. Notes about the resources The resources can be used as formative assessments. The expectation is that students will get all of the questions right because the aim is for teachers to teach to mastery. If they do not score highly then the concept should be revisited immediately to address any misconceptions. This method helps a student to ‘build a firm long-term memory of the concept being taught’ (Christodoulou, 2016). Please read ‘The philosophy behind my resources’ for more information. Please see the file ‘List of Resources’ to establish what is available.

Alleluia by Caterina Assandra for SS and organ/piano. It is suitable for trebles or sopranos, and would work as a duet as well as sung by a choir. ‘Alleluia’ is part of a series of choral music ‘Choral Sheet Music by Historical Women’. If you would like to photocopy the download, please choose the ‘Add School Licence’ option. Thank you. About the composer Caterina Assandra (c.1590-c.1618) was a nun composing in Italy in the late sixteenth century. About the arranger Olivia Sparkhall studied composition at Durham University with Paul Archbold, composing for the Northern Sinfonietta and Flower Quartet as part of her studies. Since moving to South West England, she has focused primarily on writing vocal music, notably for BBC One’s Songs of Praise programme. Recent commissions have been for International Women’s Day services in 2018 (Lux Aeterna) and 2019 (Faith and Hope). She was short-listed in the Cappella Nova competition in 2018 for Dona Nobis Pacem. Both Dona Nobis Pacem and Lux Aeterna are published by Multitude of Voyces in their anthologies of sacred music, Volumes 1 and 2 respectively, available here: [https://stainer.co.uk]

End of topic tests on Wicked, based on the summary box on page 123 of the study guide. This resource consists of five pages: three question pages (Test A and Test B) and two answer pages.

Edexcel A Level Music Section A Clara Schumann (for Summer 2022) Includes everything you need for a section A Clara Schumann practice question (including skeleton score and answers).

I have analysed the two specimen papers published by Edexcel, in conjunction with the Specification. By identifying and understanding the requirements of these specimen papers, I have been able to produce a set of resources which will prepare the students for the examination. By reading my analysis, I believe that you will be able to answer the perennial question, ‘will this be in the exam?’ with more confidence, leaving you freer to achieve your primary aim of instilling a love and appreciation of music in your students. What will you gain from the question paper analysis document? 1. Evidence of actual exam questions produced by Edexcel, broken down into sets 2. A clear sense of the style and type of question your student will receive 3. A confidence in knowing what your students need to know and the sort of questions they will answer to demonstrate their knowledge

A 16-page booklet containing twelve women composers, with youtube links, audio also available here: https://oli264.wixsite.com/sparkhallo/youtube-links Please note, TES will only let you preview pages 1,2 and 9. Introduction: The International Encyclopedia of Women Composers (1987) lists 6196 women composers, and that was published over 30 years ago. Today, an estimated 40% of living composers are women, but still, most of the composers we seem to learn about are men. It is strange how some books about music forget to mention any of these women composers. This one is different. This one will help you to make sure that you know about some of these amazing women, and about the world in which they lived. It will help you to secure their legacy after years of neglect.

Music lessons during Ramadan - five pages: four worksheets and answer-sheet Four worksheets for your Muslim students to complete during Music lessons. A variety of activities including wordsearch, picture labeling, map-work, comprehension questions and free-writing. An answer-sheet is provided. NO listening to music NO playing music

‘Day of Days’ is an Easter anthem for SATB with organ accompaniment. It is part of a series - Choral Sheet Music by Historical Women. If you would like to photocopy the download, please choose the ‘Add School Licence’ for £9.97 making a total purchase price of £13.96. Thank you. About the arranger Olivia Sparkhall studied composition at school with Derek Bourgeois and at Durham University with Paul Archbold, and has since received critical acclaim for her vocal music. She was short-listed in the Cappella Nova competition in 2018 for Dona Nobis Pacem and has since received several commissions for choral compositions including for International Women’s Day services in 2018 (Lux Aeterna) and 2019 (Faith and Hope). Her choral music has been sung in the UK and abroad including on BBC One’s Songs of Praise programmes. Olivia is published by Chichester Music Press, Encore Publications, and within the Kassian Choral Series of Banks Music Publications both as composer, and as arranger and editor of choral music by women composers from the past. She is part of the series research and editorial team for the Multitude of Voyces CIC Sacred Music by Women Composers set of anthologies, as well as contributing original compositions and arrangements to each of the three volumes.

A set of five warm-up cards. To be used before singing and suitable for classroom use as well as during choir rehearsals. 1. Warming up the body and standing well 2. Breathing well and with self-awareness 3. Semi-occluded vocal tract exercises 4. Pitch and range exercises 5. To develop confidence and camaraderie. There is also booklet with instructions, piano parts and a reading list.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). ‘Clara Schumann’ is resource which fills the gaps left by the published resources available. Here you will find comprehension questions on the background information contained in the Anthology, practice question 5 and question 6 essays and, essentially, plenty of other music listening examples with information and some contextual information missing from other text books. Links to recordings and scores are provided but all links are available on a dedicated web-page. A comprehensive answer-sheet is provided. ‘Clara Schumann other music’ includes context on chamber music and sonata form. Ideal for revision: Recaps, reinforces and builds on the Clara Schumann worksheet. This section includes two student pages and an answer page. NEW for 2022 See also a Section A practice question here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12677578 Please email me if you need anything more.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). Included: Anoushka Shankar: Four-page booklet for students with one-page answer sheet for teachers. Shankar listening: Three Listening Questions with answer-sheets for teachers. Exam-style listening questions ‘Section A’. Design is based on the actual A Level exam paper. Each question is worth 14 marks. Pack includes warm-up fill-in-the-gaps activity concerning general information on Shankar and three 14-mark questions on: ‘Burn’, 'Breathing under water’ and ‘Easy’. Suggested answers included for everything. This is an additional 8-page resource which includes 9 pages for the student and 4 answer pages.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (as separate files). Courtney Pine is a seven-page resource containing five pages for students, and two pages of answers for teachers. Questions for familiarity, and plenty of other music suggestions, are included. Pine listening is a resource which includes: An 11-page resource consisting of warm-up listening and familiarisation activities 14-mark Listening Test on Lady Day and (John Coltrane) 14-mark Listening Test on Inner State (of Mind) 14-mark Listening Test on Love and Affection Complete answer sheets for teachers And the audio files for the listening tests are included.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ booklet and ‘answer sheet’ (two, separate files). A resource to aid the teaching of cues from Batman returns by Danny Elfman. Answers are provided. You will need the following books: A Level Anthology; A Level Music Study Guide. Other music (formally ‘wider listening’) is included.

Beatles worksheets. Includes listening-style question on Eleanor Rigby, ‘complete the melody’ exercise, and answers for both sets of questions. Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). Also included: Listening skills Recognising intervals, completing chord patterns, notating rhythms; all skills which need practice in order to ace the listening paper. Here I have used the Beatles set works as a starting point to work on these skills.

Kate Bush Pearson Edexcel notes for Music A Level. Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). This resource consists of a short introduction to Kate Bush followed by four sets of questions on the Anthology of Music reading: General questions Questions on Cloudbusting Questions on And Dream of Sheep Questions on Under Ice. Answer sheets are provided for the teacher. You will need the Anthology of Music and the Rhinegold Study Guide.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ booklet and ‘answer’ sheet (two, separate files). A set of lessons on the Set Work ‘Psycho’ by Bernard Herrmann. Answers are provided. You will need the following books: A Level Anthology; A Level Music Study Guide. Extensive other music (previously called ‘wider listening’) is included.

Fully updated for examination in 2022 onwards. Now with separate ‘student’ and ‘answer’ booklets (two, separate files). An updated, extensive resource consisting of 12 student pages, and 5 pages of answers. This resource is a one-stop-shop for Debussy, covering an introduction to Estampes, Pagodes, La Soirée dans Grenade, preparation for and practice of essay questions 5 and 6, with other music and context embedded into the activities. It includes comprehension-style questions, context information, other music, and score examination. If you require any additional materials to help you deliver this resource, please ask: Olivia@sparkhall.org.uk