A presentation that outlines different orchestral instrument families (except percussion - see note below) and common playing techniques, including many audio-visual and notation examples. This resource could be used as an extension of an ‘Instruments of the Orchestra’ Scheme of Work, or as a resource for GCSE and A level Music pupils who are developing their composition skills. The audio/video examples come from a wide variety of composers within the classical tradition, exposing pupils to music outside of the normal syllabus. Where possible, the videos not only provide an audio stimulus but also a visual one, where the pupils can see the technique in action and/or what it looks like on a score. I hope you enjoy this resource. NB - The Percussion section is not included in this resource, as there are a huge number of unusual playing techniques specific to each individual piece of percussion; too many to cover in a short presentation.

The first Powerpoint in a series of four exploring the musical features and development of Western Classical Music within (and slightly after) the Common Practice Period. This Powerpoint, designed to aid the teaching of The Baroque Period, includes a brief exploration of relevant musical features and the historical context in which the music was written. Includes: Musical and video examples (embedded YouTube clips) Relevant Composers A brief exploration of the musical and historical context Homework/classwork tasks

The second Powerpoint in a series of four exploring the musical features and development of Western Classical Music within (and slightly after) the Common Practice Period. This Powerpoint, designed to aid the teaching of The Classical Period, includes a brief exploration of relevant musical features and the historical context in which the music was written. Includes: Musical and video examples (embedded YouTube clips) Relevant Composers A brief exploration of the musical and historical context Homework/classwork tasks

This resource is designed to supplement the teaching of the Edexcel A Level set work ‘Vivaldi: Concerto in D Minor (Op. 3, No.11)’ This powerpoint will give pupils an introduction to pieces of music that will enrich their extended answers, in a way that clearly links them to features in the set work. It also includes embedded audio/video examples for ease of delivery. This resource should also inspire pupils to listen around the set work, and discover new and exciting music that will complement their A Level Study. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

This resource is designed to supplement the teaching of the Edexcel A Level set work ‘Mozart: The Magic Flute’ This powerpoint will give pupils an introduction to pieces of music that will enrich their extended answers, in a way that clearly links them to features in the set work. It also includes embedded audio/video examples for ease of delivery. This resource should also inspire pupils to listen around the set work, and discover new and exciting music that will complement their A Level Study. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

This resource is designed to supplement the teaching of the Edexcel A Level set work The Duchess: ‘The Duchess: Opening’; ‘Mistake of Your Life’; ‘Six Years Later’; ‘Never See Your Children Again’; ‘The Duchess (End Titles)’ This powerpoint will give pupils an introduction to pieces of music that will enrich their extended answers, in a way that clearly links them to features in the set work. It also includes embedded audio/video examples for ease of delivery. This resource should also inspire pupils to listen around the set work, and discover new and exciting music that will complement their A Level Study. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

This is a great resource to supplement the teaching of more advanced harmony, particularly in the creation of sevenths, further extended, and altered chords. ***PDF included to avoid any formatting issues. *** This resource is fully animated for ease of delivery, and is set up for use during remote learning. Pupils often struggle to achieve good marks with harmony in composition, and this resource is perfect for aiding and enhancing composition with sevenths, extended, and altered chords at both **GCSE and A Level. ** This resource will also support the teaching of a number of jazz, pop, or film-based set works across many different boards, and could also be used to help more able younger pupils extend their knowledge. I hope you enjoy this resource!

This short resource is a perfect activity for higher ability GCSE or A Level composition pupils who are looking to compose typical ‘Romantic’ music as often found in cinema. It takes pupils through the common features found in Romantic film cues by analysing a particularly stereotypical scene from the modern remake of ‘Cinderella’. This activity could easily be adapted to suit any Film Music Scheme of Work, but will complement the other HiggsTeach Film Music resources particularly well. This resource comes as a bonus part of the HiggsTeach Film Music Mega Bundle. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

Three lead sheets for the traditional melody ‘Amazing Grace’, from a simple version (utilising chords I, IV, and V) to a hard, reharmonised version using chord extensions and alterations. Perfect for: teaching chords teaching treble clef ensemble and/or small group performance more advanced harmony and reharmonisation

The ‘Advanced Study’ series is designed for high-ability and/or A-level pupils who are preparing for further study at university. This resource explores the fundamentals of Orientalism, it’s origins, and the main musical features that composers often employ. There are also embedded audio examples to help pupils identify these features. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

The ‘Advanced Study’ series is designed for high-ability and/or A-level pupils who are preparing for further study at university. This short resource explores the fundamentals of Historical Performance Practice, the reasoning behind it, and certain things for pupils to look out for as they become more advanced musicians. There are also embedded audio examples to help pupils identify these features. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

The ‘Advanced Study’ series is designed for high-ability and/or A-level pupils who are preparing for further study at university. This resource explores the fundamentals of Modernism, it’s origins, and the main musical features that composers often employ. There are also embedded audio examples to help pupils identify these features. I hope you and your pupils enjoy this resource!

A grid to quickly allow students to work out the correct chords in any major key. Can be used with younger pupils who are just starting their compositional journeys or more GCSE or A Level pupils who need a quick compositional reference tool.