Ensemble Skills Scheme of Work and Powerpoints for each lesson. All listening examples included. Scheme makes reference to NC aims and objectives (KS3), as well as literacy, numeracy, SMSC/citizenship links. Extension/challenge opportunities provided.

Originally created as a baseline assessment opportunity (composition and performance skills) for new Year 7s in the Autumn term. Could be used as a Battle of the Bands Project or group project for Year 8/9.

Covered in this scheme:
- devices such as ostinato, ternary form, call & response and layers
- introduction to the elements of music
- composing in groups on hand held percussion/vocally
- singing as a class
- performing as a whole class ensemble from notation on class instruments
- differentiated performance parts
- listening activities based on devices learnt
- following the conductor
- how to be a good musician
- opportunities for self/peer assessment throughout