Singing projects for primary settings

Our projects are all delivered by singing specialists and encourage comprehensive explorations of singing and musicianship skills. 

These projects create enriching musical experiences, promoting confidence and positivity among both students and staff across different educational stages.

Projects for all schools and stages

• Programmes for Key Stage 1
  Projects for Key Stage 1 that deepen understanding of musical concepts such as beat and pitch through age-appropriate activities through singing.
• Programmes for Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2
  Mixed projects for Key Stages 1 and 2 that offer children the opportunity to develop their ensemble skills whilst further developing their musical understanding.
• Programmes for Key Stage 2
  Projects for Key Stage 2 that compliment school music provision and develop musical skills and understanding inline with the National Plan for Music Education and the Model Music Curriculum.

Projects for Key Stage 1

Our projects for Key Stage 1 deepen understanding of musical concepts such as beat and pitch through age-appropriate activities through singing. 

Singing Stars

Singing Stars is a 10-week project for Key Stage 1, featuring weekly lessons by a singing specialist. It follows the National Curriculum for Music and the Model Music Curriculum, focusing on vocal development, listening, and concentration skills.

The project includes warm-ups, singing games, and exercises on musical elements like pulse, pitch, tempo, dynamics, and rhythm, culminating in a performance. Teachers receive Continued Professional Development (CPD) through participation, with extra resources and advice available as needed.

Infant Music Parties

Infant Music Parties is a one-time event for Year 1 and 2 pupils from two or three local schools, led by a singing specialist. Held at a host school from 9:30 am to 11:30 am, the program includes learning new songs, playing musical games, and enjoying live music.

Each participating school buys a songbook for preparation, costing under £20. The session develops musical skills through singing games, and a playtime segment with refreshments allows students to socialise and make new friends.

Projects for Key Stage 1 and or Key Stage 2

Our mixed projects for Key Stages 1 and 2 offer children the opportunity to develop their ensemble skills whilst further developing their musical understanding.

Whole School Singing

This project offers schools a vibrant approach to whole-school singing through 10 weekly 30-minute sessions with a singing specialist. It aims to rejuvenate school-wide singing, boosting confidence and positivity among staff and pupils.

Sessions include enjoyable warm-ups and versatile activities to enhance focus and improve listening and concentration skills. The flexible repertoire supports topic learning and school worship whilst musicianship skills are developed by focusing on pulse, pitch, tempo, dynamics, and rhythm.

Ongoing CPD is integrated, allowing staff to build confidence by observing the specialist. All song resources are provided, and prompt booking confirmation is encouraged.

Sing Together

Sing Together is a cluster project for either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, comprising three 1-hour sessions led by a singing specialist. Three or four local schools participate, learning the same repertoire and come together for a final workshop and performance.

The project features engaging warm-ups, activities to enhance attention and concentration, and focuses on developing vocal excellence and musicianship skills. The final performance, open to parents, highlights the pupils' accomplishments. Ongoing CPD for staff includes a twilight set-up meeting, shared sessions, and comprehensive materials.

Project Show Choir

Project Show Choir is designed for school choirs of any ability, offering new repertoire or support for upcoming shows. It can be delivered during curriculum time, lunch, or after school, and can include children from KS1 and KS2. The project can explore new and invigorating repertoire or support schools in preparing for upcoming shows or performances.

The project aims for an impressive high-standard ensemble performance combining vocal and dramatic techniques. Children will sing in harmony, multiple parts, and rounds, covering pop, musical theatre, rock, and traditional songs. 

Projects for Key Stage 2

Our projects for Key Stage 2 compliment school music provision and develop musical skills and understanding inline with the National Plan for Music Education and the Model Music Curriculum.

Sing for Life!

Sing for Life is a 10-week project for Key Stage 2, featuring weekly 45-minute sessions led by a singing specialist. Aligned with the National Curriculum for Music, it focuses on developing singing and musicianship skills through engaging warm-ups, versatile activities, and a variety of repertoire.

Pupils progress from unison singing to partner songs and rounds, while honing musicianship skills like pulse, pitch, tempo, dynamics, and rhythm through interactive games and rhymes. The project concludes with an informal performance, and includes Continuing Professional Development for teachers, supporting ongoing music education development.