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Mike is a musician and ex-Head of Department with more than twenty years experience in the Secondary school classroom and middle-leadership, specialising in performance, composition and research. An accomplished performer himself (Woodwind) and celebrated Musical Director and Conductor, Mike is able to draw upon his continued professional practice in creating and sharing his resources.

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Mike is a musician and ex-Head of Department with more than twenty years experience in the Secondary school classroom and middle-leadership, specialising in performance, composition and research. An accomplished performer himself (Woodwind) and celebrated Musical Director and Conductor, Mike is able to draw upon his continued professional practice in creating and sharing his resources.

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AoS2: PURCELL - EXAM PRACTICE
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AoS2: PURCELL - EXAM PRACTICE

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Whether you are just beginning this Area of Study, preparing for the exam or revising for an end of unit test - this set of resources is a MUST! Includes ESP questions (editable Word.doc templates & PDFs), familiar AND unfamiliar listening questions, rhythm and melody dictation, extended writing template AND teacher’s answers!
KS3 MUSIC: FILM MUSIC QUIZ + EASY KEYBOARD EXERCISE
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KS3 MUSIC: FILM MUSIC QUIZ + EASY KEYBOARD EXERCISE

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A fun and thought-provoking exercise to be used as a starter, plenary or homework - test your students on their movie music general knowledge! A great introduction to motif, leitmotif, composing and aural development. Featuring images quiz (name the character), listening activity* (name the movie) with 30 extracts and teacher’s answer sheets (both as PDF and editable Word.doc format - YouTube link included + video below) BONUS - ‘easy’ and ‘standard’ versions of Monty Norman’s James Bond theme on the keyboard (PDF) *Disclaimer - the YouTube video does not belong to me, nor does any of the recorded content *
END OF UNIT TEST #2 - "PIANO SONATA C MINOR " - BEETHOVEN
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END OF UNIT TEST #2 - "PIANO SONATA C MINOR " - BEETHOVEN

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A brilliant resource to give your students the experience to practice a specifically tailored exam-style question in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions including an unfamiliar listening question, Piano Sonata Op. 13 No. 8 in C minor by Beethoven and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY question to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question paper, teacher’s mark scheme, YouTube links* to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
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END OF UNIT TESTS - AoS#2 (VOCAL MUSIC - PURCELL & QUEEN)
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END OF UNIT TESTS - AoS#2 (VOCAL MUSIC - PURCELL & QUEEN)

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Two brilliant resources to give your students the experience to practice specifically tailored exam-style questions in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions for each paper, including an unfamiliar listening question, the set work (Purcell/Queen) and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY questions to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question papers, teacher’s mark schemes, YouTube links* to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 of each paper *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
"OVER THE RAINBOW" (EASY ARRANGEMENT)
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"OVER THE RAINBOW" (EASY ARRANGEMENT)

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A very accessible keyboard resource for your KS3 students, or as an introduction to “Defying Gravity” on the Edexcel 9-1 GCSE Music specification. Can also be used as INTERVALS practice, or as a starting point for improvisation! Features melody, easy bass line and chords. Ideal for solo and small ensemble performance!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #1 "GOD REST YOU MERRY GENTLEMEN"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #1 "GOD REST YOU MERRY GENTLEMEN"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #2 "LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW!"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #2 "LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW!"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #3 "O, CHRISTMAS TREE"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #3 "O, CHRISTMAS TREE"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #4 "HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #4 "HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
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AoS1: BACH - EXAM PRACTICE
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AoS1: BACH - EXAM PRACTICE

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Whether you are just beginning this Area of Study, preparing for the exam or revising for an end of unit test - this set of resources is a MUST! Includes ESP questions (editable Word.doc template), familiar AND unfamiliar listening questions, rhythm and melody dictation, extended writing template AND teacher’s answers!
END OF UNIT TEST #4 - "KILLER QUEEN" - QUEEN
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END OF UNIT TEST #4 - "KILLER QUEEN" - QUEEN

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A brilliant resource to give your students the experience to practice a specifically tailored exam-style question in preparation for the the Edexcel 9-1 exam. Features three listening questions including an unfamiliar listening question, Killer Queen and a rhythm & melody dictation question, as well as a KEY WORDS / VOCABULARY question to link to the extended writing question! Includes: Question paper, teacher’s mark scheme, YouTube links* to suggested recordings and an mp3 for question 3 *An mp3 of all recordings has not been included for copyright reasons *
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AoS2: QUEEN - EXAM PRACTICE
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AoS2: QUEEN - EXAM PRACTICE

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Whether you are just beginning this Area of Study, preparing for the exam or revising for an end of unit test - this set of resources is a MUST! Includes ESP questions (editable Word.doc template), familiar AND unfamiliar listening questions, rhythm and melody dictation, extended writing template AND teacher’s answers!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #5 "O LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #5 "O LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #6 "WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #6 "WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #7 "ONCE IN ROYAL DAVID'S CITY"
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CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE MUSIC #7 "ONCE IN ROYAL DAVID'S CITY"

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Have some seasonal fun with this easy 4-part harmony ensemble music for quartet or small ensemble. Written for Saxophone quartet / ensemble and presented as full scores. Also includes Sib.7 scores to change / add instrumental parts so you can tailor it to your own ensemble - just add instruments, copy and paste!
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* GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS 1, 2 , 3 & 4 - (Instrumental Music [Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen] + Music for Stage & Screen [Williams & Schwartz] + Fusions [Afro Celt Sound System & Esperanza Spalding]) *
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* GCSE MUSIC DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY (AoS 1, 2 , 3 & 4 - (Instrumental Music [Bach & Beethoven] + Vocal Music [Purcell & Queen] + Music for Stage & Screen [Williams & Schwartz] + Fusions [Afro Celt Sound System & Esperanza Spalding]) *

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A fantastic opportunity to practice the aural dictation rhythm and melody question (# 7 from the new Edexcel 9-1 GCSE exam) specific to each area of study. Can easily be used as a starter, plenary or homework. Includes question papers for ALL FOUR AREAS OF STUDY, teacher’s answer sheets AND mp3s! **INCLUDES MORE THAN 30 LISTENING EXTRACTS TO PRACTICE! **
DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY PAPER #2 [SACRED MUSIC]
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DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY PAPER #2 [SACRED MUSIC]

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The second in a FANTASTIC series of question papers to help your students practice aural dictation with FAMILIAR pieces of music. Paper #2 contains extracts from ten need-to-know pieces of traditional Sacred Music repertoire. Work through the exercises to develop your aural perception skills Learn collaboratively or for independent study (can be set as homework, cover work) Project answers onto the board for tutorial / class discussion **Includes: Question paper (10 x questions), teacher’s answer sheet - both printable PDF’s and MP3 recordings **
DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY PAPER #5 [MUSIC FROM THE MUSICALS]
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DICTATION - RHYTHM & MELODY PAPER #5 [MUSIC FROM THE MUSICALS]

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The fifth in a FANTASTIC series of question papers to help your students practice aural dictation with FAMILIAR pieces of music. Paper #5 contains extracts from ten need-to-know pieces of Musical Theatre repertoire. Work through the exercises to develop your aural perception skills Learn collaboratively or for independent study (can be set as homework, cover work) Project answers onto the board for tutorial / class discussion **Includes: Question paper (10 x questions), teacher’s answer sheet - both printable PDF’s and MP3 recordings **