Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Debussy’s Estamps. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Three PowerPoint presentations that are designed to guide classes through the EDUQAS analysis of Haydn Symphony 104. Please note that this is not the same as three lessons; it takes me a lot longer to teach a thorough analysis of the set work as we discuss these resources in class. I take no credit for the analysis which has been written by EDUQAS. The lessons cover structure, melody and harmony & tonality of the complete symphony. Discussion points and short analysis tasks are highlighted in bold to break the discussions up. These presentations require teacher guidance in the classroom but should be a really useful tool to shape your lessons.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of The Beatles’ album Revolver. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Samples of three PowerPoint presentations that are designed to guide classes through the EDUQAS analysis of Haydn 104. I take no credit for the analysis which has been written by EDUQAS. Some minor errors in the original analysis have been corrected. The lessons cover structure, melody, use of textures and sonority, as well as harmony & tonality of the complete symphony. Discussion points and short analysis tasks are highlighted in bold to break the discussions up. These presentations require teacher guidance in the classroom but should be a really useful tool to shape your lessons.

A series of 12 ready made lessons containing: Introductory page outlining the content and assessment. Listening links to each artist/composer for teachers to sue or share. Composer/artist biography and why they are significant to the development of music. Recommended listening for students to explore music on their own. A listening task to test some basic analysis skills. A keyboard exercise that students can play on their own or split LH/RH as a pair. The lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as we’ve used in our department, as a starting point to introduce a new topic before then moving onto a practical task that can be continued into two or three lessons depending on students’ abilities.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Kate Bush’s album Hounds of Love. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Courtney Pine’s album Back in the Day. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Bach’s Eine Feste Berg. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Schumann’s Piano Trio in G Minor. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Saariaho’s Petals for Solo Cello and Optional Electronics. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Vaughan-Williams’ On Wenlcok Edge. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Anoushka Shankar’s album Breathing Under Water. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Herrmann’s score to the Hitchcock film Psycho. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Batman Returns. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

NOW FREE PERMANENTLY! Complete PowerPoint presentations based on Pearson/Edexcel analysis of Cage’s Dance for Prepared Piano. The PowerPoints are structured into 1/1.5 hour sessions (as a guide). The presentations cover the salient points of the provided analysis of all musical elements and historical context. Many of the slides have the points presented in the form of student Q&A to prepare them for the written paper testing their ability to look at questions but most importantly enabling them to have their own analytical skills tested and steered by the teacher. Please note that I take no credit for the analysis - that is the work of Pearson/Edexcel.

This sample of composer/artist profiles provides three ready made lessons containing: Composer/artist biography and why they are significant to the development of music. Recommended listening for students to explore music on their own. A listening task to test some basic analysis skills. A keyboard exercise that students can play on their own or split LH/RH as a pair. The lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as we’ve used in our department, as a starting point to introduce a new topic before then moving onto a practical task that can be continued into two or three lessons depending on students’ abilities.