A comprehensive guide to 80s Synthpop, with specific focus on Gary Numan, the Eurythmics and the Pet Shop Boys. Track Analyses include: Cars by Gary Numan, Sweet Dreams by the Eurythmics and Opportunities (Let’s Make Lots of Money) by the Pet Shop Boys. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 80s Synthpop. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A colourfully annotated score of the 4th movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 104.

A comprehensive guide to 70s Funk, with specific focus on The Commodores and Stevie Wonder. Track Analyses include: Brick House by The Commodores and Superstition by Stevie Wonder. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 70s Funk. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A comprehensive guide to 70s Disco, with specific focus on Gloria Gaynor, Baccara and Boney M. Track Analyses include: I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor, Yes Sir I Can Boogie by Baccara and Rasputin by Boney M. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 70s Disco. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A score annotation for Haydn’s Symphony No. 104 - Movement II

An annotated score for Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 4, Movement II (Andante con moto). Useful for score analysis, understanding instrumentation, harmony/tonality, structure and textures. Set work on the Eduqas syllabus.

An annotated score for Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 4, Movement IV (Saltarello). Useful for score analysis, understanding instrumentation, harmony/tonality, structure and textures. Set work on the Eduqas syllabus.

A comprehensive guide to 80s 2-Tone Reggae & Ska music, with specific focus on The Specials. Track Analyses include: Ghost Town by The Specials and One in Ten by UB40. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 80s 2-Tone Reggae & Ska. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

An analysis of Takemitsu’s Rain Spell for the 21st century topic on the Eduqas A’level Music specification. Close look at extended playing techniques for the flute, clarinet, harp, vibraphone and piano. Discussion of the use of the spectralism style, harmony & tonality, rhythm & metre and graphical notation. Worksheet and teacher analysis. Recordings and scores can be freely found online.

An analysis of Saariaho’s Petals for the 21st century topic on the Eduqas A’level Music specification. Close look at extended playing techniques for the cello and the use of technology, including harmoniser & reverb units. Discussion of the use of the spectralism style, harmony & tonality, rhythm & metre and graphical notation. Worksheet and teacher analysis. Recordings and scores can be freely found online.

An annotated score for Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 4, Movement III (Con moto moderato). Useful for score analysis, understanding instrumentation, harmony/tonality, structure and textures. Set work on the Eduqas syllabus.

A comprehensive guide to 70s Progressive Rock, with specific focus on Genesis, Queen & Pink Floyd. Track Analyses include: Dancing with the Moonlit Knight by Genesis, Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen and Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2) by Pink Floyd. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 70s Progressive Rock. A suggested written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A comprehensive guide to 60s Psychedelic Rock, with specific focus on The Beatles’ Sergeant Pepper album with some comparison to The Rolling Stones’ Their Satanic Majesties Request album. Both albums from 1968. Track Analyses include: A Day in the Life, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds & Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite by The Beatles, as well as 2000 Light Years from Home by The Rolling Stones. Analysis focuses on main musical features and characteristics of 60s Psychedelic Rock. A suggest written, research/homework activity is also provided. All information is included in 1 powerpoint resource.

A complete unit of work, exploring the use and development of Form & Structure in symphonic music from 1750-1900.

A complete unit of work, exploring the use and development of Programme Music in symphonic music from 1750-1900.

A comprehensive 86-slide powerpoint on Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5. Information sourced and put together from a variety of resources to create an interactive study guide.

A powerpoint looking at the historical context behind 70s British Punk, including discussion of musical features, stage presence, politics, iconic artists/tracks and the evolution into the 80s. Could be used as an overview, initial look at the topic, revision or for sparking conversation.

Haydn’s Symphony no. 104, movement 2 (Andante) - Annotated Score. Updated resource. Eye-catching with colour-coding for different analytical aspects, including: Harmony & Tonality, Instrumentation, Structure, Texture, Melody & Rhythm, Historical Context.

This is a starting point for the analysis of the Rock & Pop genres needed to fulfill the requirements of the new Eduqas A-level qualification. This is a 66-slide powerpoint and is by no means a complete guide but can be used as an overview for most genres and in-depth for a few styles and tracks. The styles that are covered within this powerpoint include: 1960s psychedelia, soul, funk, disco, punk, progressive rock, heavy rock/metal, reggae and 1980s electro-pop. The track analyses that are included cover the following artists: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Jackie Wilson, Sex Pistols, The Specials, Pink Floyd, Earth Wind & Fire, The Bee Gees, Gloria Gaynor, The Pet Shop Boys, Kate Bush and Motorhead.

Haydn’s Symphony no. 104, movement 1 (Adagio/Allegro) - Annotated Score. Updated resource. Eye-catching with colour-coding for different analytical aspects, including: Harmony & Tonality, Instrumentation, Structure, Texture, Melody & Rhythm, Historical Context.