Winsford Schools

Music

Developing musical creativity, performance skills and appreciation through practical and theoretical study

Curriculum Overview

Our Music curriculum develops students' musical abilities through performing, composing and listening. Students learn to read music, play instruments, compose their own pieces and appreciate music from different cultures and periods.

Performing

  • Singing techniques
  • Instrumental skills (keyboard, guitar, percussion)
  • Ensemble playing
  • Basic music reading

Composing

  • Basic composition techniques
  • Melody writing
  • Rhythm and pulse
  • Using music technology

Listening

  • Musical elements
  • Different musical styles
  • World music introduction

Assessment & Resources

  • • Performance assessments and recordings
  • • Composition portfolios
  • • Music technology suite
  • • Practice rooms and instruments
  • • Concerts and performance opportunities