Su 2 | Playing Rhythm and Pitch (Glockenspiel)

Overview

The final term of Year 2 introduces students to playing rhythm and pitch using glockenspiels. This unit corresponds with the curriculum’s objective of preparing for instrumental ensemble skills. Pupils explore rhythm and pitch concepts while playing instruments, fostering teamwork and collaborative music-making. This unit sets the stage for more advanced ensemble work and reading notation in Key Stage 2.

Expected Standards:

Follow simple dot notation pictures and symbols to guide singing and playing melodies.
Play short pitched patterns on tuned instruments (e.g. glockenspiels).
Begin to play familiar melodies on tuned instruments with guidance and notation.
Maintain a steady beat and adjust the speed of the beat in response to music.