A song based upon the children’s fairy tale - The Gigantic Turnip. This song makes use of 12 bar blues as its structure and is cumulative and dramatic. A great song to act out as a mini drama within a class assembly. Each verse contains a key rhythm for the children to echo. As the children sing through the song the rhythms build up to create longer rhythmic phrases. The song ends with a celebratory chorus as the mouse saves the day. This resource contains a lead vocal MP3, a backing track MP3 and a PDF score. A clip of the song may be heard by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com or by visiting iTunes.

Daddy Long Legs (Crane Fly) is a fun song to sing as well as offering an interesting second vocal part as an additional challenge. The accompaniment is upbeat and synth driven. A great song to add to your school’s repertoire. The score contains guitar chords, melody line and harmony line. This song is available on iTunes and a clip can be heard by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com John Oates can be followed on twitter at sanquay.

This song is about the life of Florence Nightingale and her quest to improve the conditions for the soldiers overseas. A very catchy song. Listen to a short clip of this song by searching the song title and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song can be used to support a topic about the ancient Egyptians. There are two verses and a catchy chorus that can be sung over the verse at the end. A clip of this song can be heard at www.sanquaypublishing.com or by searching for the song title and John Oates within iTunes.

This simple song can be used in preparation for the Olympic Games 2016 or a general South American topic. Aimed at KS1 and EYFS children, the song makes use of rhythms for the children to chant. KS2 children will also benefit from this song and could arrange the rhythms in their own order. The resource includes the printed guitar score, MP3 and MP3 backing track. This track is available for download and stream on various digital platforms including iTunes. A short clip of the rhythmic patterns section of the song can be heard at www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song can be used to support a topic about the ancient Egyptians. There are two verses and a catchy chorus that can be sung over the verse at the end. A clip of this song can be heard at www.sanquaypublishing.com or by searching for the song title and John Oates within iTunes.

This song is based around the tragic events at Pompeii. It can be sung as a three part round. A clip of the song may be heard by searching the song title and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

These tasks have been designed to show musical attainment and record progress over time. It is hoped that they will provide a ‘musical’ assessment experience, practical in nature and not just assessment for assessment’s sake. The tasks are linked to key ‘I can Statements’ found in the Assessment and Progression Framework published by the ISM (Incorporated Society of Musicians). There are links within the document to creative songs linked to curriculum themes. There are also links to the sheet music for the songs and video guidance. Curriculum Themes: EYFS - Toys Y1 - Aliens Y2 - Space Travel Y3 - Playscripts Y4 - Ancient Egypt Y5 - China Y6 - Romans This document is priced at £1 to avoid any confusion with regards the copyright of the songs. All proceeds to music education. For further song and music curriculum resources please visit: www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song is about the beauty on the rainforest and its multi layered diversity of plants and animals. Suitable for children between the ages of 6 and 11 it encourages singing in several parts. A short clip can be heard at www.sanquaypublishing.com or by searching in iTunes or Spotify.

This song for younger children describes a warm summer’s day in the garden with your ice cream melting in the heat. You can listen to a clip of this song by searching for the title and John Oates in iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song is about the life of Florence Nightingale and her quest to improve the conditions for the soldiers overseas. A very catchy song. Listen to a short clip of this song by searching the song title and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This warm up song is great fun especially if sung at the beginning of an assembly. A clip of the song may be heard by searching for the title of the song and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song is based around the tragic events at Pompeii. It can be sung as a three part round. A clip of the song may be heard by searching the song title and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song celebrates the great sacrifice made by a few for many. It is a simple 4-part round with tuned ostinato part. A clip may be heard by visiting iTunes and searching for the title of the song plus John Oates. Other song and music resources may be found at www.sanquaypublishing.com

A song for Christmas with a positive religious theme. A thoughtful song with interesting harmony parts, accompaniment and powerful chorus. With the MP3 you will also receive two vocal harmony parts, lead sheets for guitar with and without the use of a capo and a piano score. You can hear a clip of this song by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com or by searching for ‘sanquay’ within YouTube.

This warm up song is great fun especially if sung at the beginning of an assembly. A clip of the song may be heard by searching for the title of the song and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This song describes the barn owl searching for its prey, the brown field mouse. It is a simple melody with rich accompaniment. Listen to a clip by searching for the title and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com and listening to the media player on page 1.

A simple song for young children about flying in a plane. You can hear a clip of this song by searching for the title and John Oates within iTunes. Alternatively you can watch a cool video at www.sanquaypublishing.com

This simple pentatonic song describes the imaginary movements of a Chinese Dragon. You can listen to a clip of the song by searching for the title and John Oates within iTunes or by visiting www.sanquaypublishing.com

This simple, fun song describes the characteristics of a common bird. To hear a clip of the song search for the title of the song and John Oates within iTunes or visit www.sanquaypublishing.com

These tasks have been designed to show musical attainment and record progress over time. It is hoped that they will provide a ‘musical’ assessment experience, practical in nature and not just assessment for assessment’s sake. The tasks are linked to key ‘I can Statements’ found in the Assessment and Progression Framework published by the ISM (Incorporated Society of Musicians). There are links within the document to creative songs linked to curriculum themes. There are also links to the sheet music for the songs and video guidance. Curriculum Themes: EYFS - Toys Y1 - Aliens Y2 - Space Travel Y3 - Playscripts Y4 - Ancient Egypt Y5 - China Y6 - Romans This document is priced at £1 to avoid any confusion with regards the copyright of the songs. All proceeds to music education. For further song and music curriculum resources please visit: www.sanquaypublishing.com