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Hi, I'm Ellie and I am a secondary Music teacher based in Dubai. I trained in the UK in 2019 in the British Curriculum and moved to an IB school in Dubai in January 2022. I love resources that are colourful, engaging and functional for both the students and us as teachers. I teach Music to KS3, KS4 and KS5 while also being a form tutor. Have a look through the resources below and feel free to ask me any questions or send me your ideas and suggestions!

Hi, I'm Ellie and I am a secondary Music teacher based in Dubai. I trained in the UK in 2019 in the British Curriculum and moved to an IB school in Dubai in January 2022. I love resources that are colourful, engaging and functional for both the students and us as teachers. I teach Music to KS3, KS4 and KS5 while also being a form tutor. Have a look through the resources below and feel free to ask me any questions or send me your ideas and suggestions!
Remote Learning : Careers in Music 3
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Remote Learning : Careers in Music 3

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This series of remote lessons is based around careers in music. Students are aware of when they must complete a task as there is a specific icon that indicates to do so. The lesson can be done completely remotely as everything is explained within the slides. Each week, the students will look at one career within the music industry that they may not have heard of before. There are multiple tasks for the students to do that are fun and engaging while also being informative. Week 3 focuses on DJ’s. This resource is aimed at KS3 students.
Morse Code Music Worksheet
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Morse Code Music Worksheet

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Morse Code Music Worksheet - KS3 This worsheet accompanies the Graphic score sequence of learning. Students must spell out their names using the dots and dashes of the morse code key. They must then complete the key, making a sound for a dot and dash (eg. clap on a dot and snap on a dash). Students must then perform their names to each other in a pair.
Instruments of the Orchestra
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Instruments of the Orchestra

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Instruments of The Orchestra - KS3 This is the first lesson in a series titled Instruments of the Orchestra. The PowerPoint aims to help students understand the different families of the orchestra and the seating chart using the Benjamin Britten’s guide 'The Young Persons Guide To The Orchestra. The accompanying worksheets help in aiding students to describe the sections of orchestra using the piece and the seating chart tasks gets students to think about the various families of the orchestra.
Rhythm and Pulse Activity Sheet
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Rhythm and Pulse Activity Sheet

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This worksheet accompanies the first lesson in the Rhythm and Pulse series. Students listen to sound clips of rhythms and match what they hear to the correct written rhythm. There is a bonus question at the end that uses dictation.
Rhythm and Pulse
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Rhythm and Pulse

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This is a three lesson series on rhythm and pulse. Students will learn to comprehend rhythm using dots and boxes which will then be converted into using musical notes. For their final assessment, students compose a 4 bar phrase in 4/4 time signature. All worksheets and reflection sheets are included in the PowerPoints.
Remote Learning : Instruments of the Orchestra 1
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Remote Learning : Instruments of the Orchestra 1

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This remote learning resource is the first lesson in a series based on the instruments of the orchestra. The first lesson focuses on the orchestra as a whole and allows students to analyse the different instrument families. All audio and visual resources are embedded into the Power Point. Students are aware of when they must complete a task as there is a specific icon that indicates to do so. The lesson can be done completely remotely as everything is explained within the slides. This resource is aimed at KS3 students.
Beginners Ukulele 1
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Beginners Ukulele 1

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The series of lessons focuses on teaching students how to play the ukulele with no prior knowledge. Lessons are structured in a fun and simple way, giving lots of time for practical in the classroom. This is backed up by the history and theoretical elements of the instrument. The slides for the lessons are bright and engaging for students, allowing them to learn the instrument in a positive environment.
Remote Learning : Careers In Music 1
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Remote Learning : Careers In Music 1

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This series of remote lessons is based around careers in music. Students are aware of when they must complete a task as there is a specific icon that indicates to do so. The lesson can be done completely remotely as everything is explained within the slides. Each week, the students will look at one career within the music industry that they may not have heard of before. There are multiple tasks for the students to do that are fun and engaging while also being informative. Week 1 focuses on conductors. This resource is aimed at KS3 students.
Rhythm and Pulse 3 - UPDATED
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Rhythm and Pulse 3 - UPDATED

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Topic: Rhythm and Pulse Level: KS2 and KS3 This is the updated sequence of learning and resources for Rhythm and Pulse. In this lesson, students will do a rhythm matching exercise and practice performing a polyrhythm in groups.
Rhythm and Pulse - UPDATED
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Rhythm and Pulse - UPDATED

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This bundle consists of all six lessons in the updated Rhythm and Pulse sequence. Students will learn the basics of what rhythm and pulse is, clapping basic crotchet rhythms. This is then developed by using quavers and minims and playing in polyrhythms.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) Theatre SL and HL Information Posters
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International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) Theatre SL and HL Information Posters

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Description: Empower your IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) Theatre students with these professionally designed information posters, ideal for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) courses. This resource includes PDF versions of the posters as well as a Canva link for easy customization. Key Features: Detailed Course Information: Covers essential aspects of the IB DP Theatre syllabus, including key concepts, assessment criteria, core areas, and units for both SL and HL. Visually Engaging: The posters are designed with vibrant colors and clear fonts to create an appealing learning environment. Editable Format: Access to the Canva link allows you to tailor the posters to fit your specific classroom needs. Educational and Practical: Provides comprehensive details on the course structure, including Theatre in Context, Theatre Processes, and Presenting Theatre, as well as assessment tasks like the Solo Theatre Piece, Director’s Notebook, Research Presentation, and Collaborative Project. Versatile Use: Perfect for classroom display, student handouts, or digital resources. Benefits: Supports Student Learning: Helps students understand and engage with the IB DP Theatre curriculum, building both theatrical and life skills such as creativity, collaboration, and confidence. Saves Teacher Preparation Time: Ready-to-use and customizable posters allow teachers to focus more on instruction and student interaction. Enhances Classroom Aesthetics: Adds a professional and informative touch to your classroom decor, inspiring students and creating a conducive learning environment. Whether you’re an experienced IB Theatre educator or new to the program, these posters are an invaluable resource to help your students succeed. Make your teaching more effective and your classroom more dynamic with these essential IB DP Theatre posters.
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) Dance SL and HL Information Posters
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International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) Dance SL and HL Information Posters

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Empower your IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) Dance students with these professionally designed information posters, ideal for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) courses. This resource includes PDF versions of the posters as well as a Canva link for easy customization. Key Features: Detailed Course Information: Covers essential aspects of the IB DP Dance syllabus, including key concepts, assessment criteria, core areas, and units for both SL and HL. Visually Engaging: The posters are designed with vibrant colors and clear fonts to create an appealing learning environment. Editable Format: Access to the Canva link allows you to tailor the posters to fit your specific classroom needs. Educational and Practical: Provides comprehensive details on the course structure. Versatile Use: Perfect for classroom display, student handouts, or digital resources. Benefits: Supports Student Learning: Helps students understand and engage with the IB DP Dance curriculum, building both theatrical and life skills such as creativity, collaboration, and confidence. Saves Teacher Preparation Time: Ready-to-use and customizable posters allow teachers to focus more on instruction and student interaction. Enhances Classroom Aesthetics: Adds a professional and informative touch to your classroom decor, inspiring students and creating a conducive learning environment. Whether you’re an experienced IB Dance educator or new to the program, these posters are an invaluable resource to help your students succeed. Make your teaching more effective and your classroom more dynamic with these essential IB DP Dance posters.
Graphic Scores and Dawn Interlude
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Graphic Scores and Dawn Interlude

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Graphic Scores and Dawn Interlude - KS3 This PowerPoint looks at how to interpret graphic scores using the piece Dawn Interlude by Benjamin Britten. The starter activity gets students to interpret which graphic image represents the sound clip. Students then analyse Dawn Interlude with a True or False activity at the end of the lesson
Rhythm and Pulse Lesson
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Rhythm and Pulse Lesson

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Rhythm and Pulse - KS3 This lesson teaches students about rhythm and pulse. The first few slides teach students about the vocabulary necessary to describe this topic. There is a rhythm matching activity with accompanying worksheet. There are opportunities for group performance and a reflection and feedback sheet.
Rhythm and Pulse: Dots and Boxes
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Rhythm and Pulse: Dots and Boxes

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Rhythm and Pulse: Dots and Boxes (Lesson 1 of 2) This lesson looks at how to read notation and rhythms using dots and boxes using the words tea, coffee and soup. Students interpret when to clap using the dots in the boxes and when to rest using blank boxes. We then build on this using the word coffee to interpret quaver beats and soup to interpret minim notes. Students then do a group performance using polyrhythms in four parts.
Instruments of the Orchestra 3- Woodwind
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Instruments of the Orchestra 3- Woodwind

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Third lesson in a series about the instruments of the orchestra. This lesson studies woodwind instruments. There is an activity using straws to help students understand reeds, airflow and pitch. And exciting and useful resource.
Blues Music
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Blues Music

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This is a lesson teaching students the basics of Blues music, including the 12 Bar Blues. Students use a listening activity and then use keyboards or any instrument to perform a simple 12 bar blues. All worksheets are contained in the Power Point.
Instruments of the Orchestra 2 - Strings
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Instruments of the Orchestra 2 - Strings

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A lesson based around the instruments of the orchestra. The second lesson in a series. Students learn about the violin, viola, harp, cello and double bass. There is a keyboard activity using Hedwig’s theme on the keyboards.