Music
Pupils are encouraged to develop a love of music across a range of historical periods, genres and traditions, including the works of a diverse range of composers and musicians. This is encouraged through our composer of the half-term where we explore pieces from a range of genres. As pupils progress they will develop the skills to compose, listen and respond using subject specific vocabulary. Pupils learn to sing, compose (using music technology) and use their voices appropriately. Students have the opportunity in lower KS2 to play the Recorder and Ukulele.
Composer of the term
Anoushka Shankar
Age/Era: A world-renowned sitar player and composer, born in 1981, who blends traditional Indian classical music with various global genres like flamenco and jazz.
Date of Birth: 9th June 1981
Birth Location: London, England
Nationality: British / Indian
3 Famous Pieces:
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"Traces of You" – a beautiful piece featuring her half-sister Norah Jones.
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"Voice of the Moon" – showcasing her intricate sitar playing.
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"Traveller" – an album and piece that explores the connections between Indian and Spanish music
Where they studied: Primarily trained by her legendary father, Ravi Shankar, a master of the sitar.
Famous Instruments: Sitar
