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Music

We have a large range of performance opportunities for those learning an instrument, such as 2 Big Bands, 2 choirs, orchestra, jazz group, barbershop, pop bands, string, brass and flute groups. We have visiting instrumental teachers on all almost all orchestral instruments as well as piano, voice and drums.  Trips regularly go to hear Glyndebourne Touring Opera and Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. We also have visits from professional musicians such as the RAF Central Band and performances from the Two Moors Festival. We are a busy and thriving department.
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KS3 Curriculum Content

We cover the three key targets of the National Curriculum – Performing, Composing and Listening. The tasks are varied in terms of the instruments used and the styles covered.
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YEAR 7
Subject
Module content
Christmas Composition
Group work to write lyrics, and song about Christmas. Best pieces perform in Christmas concert. Singing in preparation for Year 7 choir in concert.
Basics of notation and keyboard skills
Learn the basics of pitch and duration. Play Ode to Joy on keyboard.
Folk Music
Characteristics and performance
Composing using software
Using Garageband or Reason to create music
Pop bands
Work in groups using drums, bass guitar, vocals and keyboard to create versions of I Need a Dollar

​YEAR 8
Subject
Module content
Composing
Write a piece based on a story
Notation and Keyboard
Performance of Largo
Musical Futures
Perform pop songs as a group
World Music
Studying traditions from Africa, India and Japan

​YEAR 9
Subject
Module content
The Blues
Students learn the characteristics of the genre and compose and perform
Perform Christmas songs
Work as a band and perform classic hits
Reinforce knowledge of notation and keyboard skills
Individually learn to play a piece on keyboard using a range of notes including sharps/flats and syncopated rhythms. Play bass notes/chords with left hand
Musical Futures
Students work in bands to create pop songs and versions of hits.
Composing
Using a chord sequence for a pop band or using software to create a dance track.


​KS4 Curriculum content


​YEAR 10
Subject
Module content
Dance Music
Learn the characteristics of Salsa, waltz, Irish jig etc
Descriptive music
Film music, and descriptive pieces. Composing and discussing examples
My Music
Composing for your instrument and performing a solo

​YEAR 11
Subject
Module content
Shared Music
Looking at a range of music from Gamelan, classical string quartet, jazz, choral music etc. Perform and learn characteristics.
Practical Portfolio
An ensemble performance and composition.
Creative Task
Preparation for a timed composition task


​KS5 Curriculum content

​We currently use the OCR Board. In Year 12 students study 3 classical and 3 jazz set works. In Year 13 the focus is Film Music. In both years students have to perform a recital to a visiting examiner and compose a piece for several instruments as well as completing technical exercises.
Our ensembles have travelled extensively, visiting many European cities including Prague, Barcelona and Edinburgh. The Big Band has also spread it’s wings further afield and has recently toured Hong Kong and New York.
 
Several CD’s of the Big Band have been produced, the latest of which – ‘What Next’ is currently available from student reception.
 
Visiting teachers provide instrumental tuition ranging from brass, woodwind and strings through to piano, drums, guitar and voice. These lessons are taught weekly with each teacher charging a termly fee.
 
Please click here for further information on lessons, prices are subject to change.

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Designated Safeguarding Lead:
Charlie Edwards 01837 650914

Child Protection Officers:
Sean Freeman, Kelly Hoggins, Tine Casbolt, Jo Teixeira, Dawn Weir and Sue Simmons

Gavin Jordan - Lead Governor

​SENDCo:
Karen Moore
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ADDRESS AND CONTACT DETAILS

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Okehampton College
Mill Road
Okehampton
EX20 1PW

Tel ​01837 650910
Any questions or queries please email admin@okehamptoncollege.devon.sch.uk
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