Petrushka

Stravinsky's Ballet 'Petrushka' is occupying my mind at the moment. I believe that children could really enjoy doing some work with music and images around the story or even parts of the story. This little animated film is from the part in the story when the three dolls , Petrushka, the ballerina and the Moor are brought to life by the magician.

Music belongs at centre of curriculum, study argues | Education | guardian.co.uk

Music belongs at centre of curriculum, study argues | Education | guardian.co.uk

Music belongs at centre of curriculum, study argues | Education | guardian.co.uk

Music belongs at centre of curriculum, study argues | Education | guardian.co.uk

Comedy Conductor

Thanks to Helena who made use of this very funny clip during her lesson today.

Consolarium

Consolarium

Amadinda - artists, instruments and recordings from Uganda

Amadinda - artists, instruments and recordings from Uganda

Thanks to Postgraduate student Cat McKelvie for introducing our class to this field of music making.

Curriculum for Excellence - Assessment and achievement

Curriculum for Excellence - Assessment and achievement