At Abberley Parochial V.C. Primary School, we recognise the importance Music plays in the curriculum and beyond. We understand that Music provides opportunity for personal expression and growth and the integral part it can play in developing the whole child. This vibrant subject transcends different cultures, abilities and generations and facilitates the bringing together of communities. We value the subject as a unique way of communicating which can both inspire and motivate children with a love of music which they can carry with them for the rest of their lives. Music lessons at Abberley Parochial V.C. Primary School encourage children to be creative, imaginative and confident learners. Our objectives in the teaching of Music align with the National Curriculum in that we aim to ensure all pupils: 

• Perform, listen to, review and evaluate music across a range of historical periods, genres, styles and traditions, including the works of the great composers and musicians;  

• Learn to sing and to use their voices, to create and compose music on their own and with others, have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument, use technology appropriately and have the opportunity to progress to the next level of musical excellence;  

• Understand and explore how music is created, produced and communicated, including through the inter-related dimensions: pitch, duration, dynamics, tempo, timbre, texture, structure and appropriate musical notations. 

Music at Abberley Primary School is focused on developing a universal language for all. Through engaging in activities, all pupils have the opportunity to be creative and develop a love of music, fulfilling their curiosity of the world around them, both past and present.  All pupils will be given opportunities to:  

•  Perform in events including Harvest Festival, Christmas Service (KS2) and Christmas Production (EYFS/KS1), Young Voices (KS2), Easter Service and the Summer Production (KS2).; 

• Have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument through subscription to lessons delivered by Severn Arts. 

Our music curriculum follows the Get Set 4 Music sequencing and resources. This ensures that children cover a broad range of styles and musical themes/contexts. It develops children's substantive and disciplinary knowledge throughout their time at Abberley.

Please click on the unit themes below for further details about the learning outcomes for each unit of work.