Cyclic Patterns
This unit develops pupils’ ability to perform rhythmic patterns confidently and with a
strong sense of pulse.
Roundabout
This unit develops children’s ability to sing and play music in two (or more) parts. They explore
the effect of two or more pitched notes sounding together – harmony. They experiment with
clusters of pitched notes and discover which combinations are ‘comfortable’ (concords), and
which ‘clash’ (discords). They sing rounds and experiment with melodic ostinati to provide
accompaniments. They play drones and single note accompaniments.
Journey Into Space
This unit develops children’s ability to extend their sound vocabulary, including the use of
ICT, and to compose a soundscape.
Songwriter
This unit develops children’s ability to compose a song with an awareness of the
relationship between lyrics and melody.
Who Knows?
This unit provides an opportunity for children to develop and demonstrate the musical
skills, knowledge and understanding achieved in years 5 and 6.