Music on Sea Hub Offer
2018/19
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Music Audit
The questions below may assist you in planning your school’s music provision:
Do you offer at least a term of whole class ensemble teaching?
Yes No
Do you provide instrumental lessons for individuals or small groups?
Yes No
Does your school have an orchestra or other ensemble?
Yes No
Does your school sing regularly and have a choir? Yes No
Would you like support or training for a member of your staff to help them lead choirs and whole-school singing? Yes No
Would you like support for teaching the music curriculum, including the use of Charanga? Yes No
Does your school have a Music Education Plan, which includes a singing strategy? Yes No
Do you know about Music on Sea and the services it provides?
Yes No
Are there any projects or music topics you’d like us to offer schools? Can we help you? If so, let us know by emailing [email protected].
For a copy of the Music on Sea School Agreement showing full terms and conditions, please contact Music on Sea on [email protected] or 01702 215861.
To find out more about...
Instrument Teaching Page 5 Instrument Hire and Loan Page 6 Whole Class Ensemble Teaching Page 7 Bursary Scheme for Students Page 8 Bursary Support for Schools Page 9 Charanga Online Music Resource Page 10 Singing Strategy for Schools in Southend Page 11 Ensembles Page 12 Events Page 13 2 www.musiconsea.co.uk | [email protected]
Music on Sea - Who we are
Music on Sea is the strategic lead organisation for the Southend Music Service and Southend Music Education Hub.
Music on Sea supports you to deliver high quality teaching and learning for your pupils, offering a range of services and products.
We invite you to look at our services and discover how together we can give the children and young people of Southend on Sea an exciting and fulfilling musical education.
Our vision is..
To create a lifelong passion for music To support schools to provide outstanding teaching and learning across the curriculum To provide inspirational and diverse performance opportunities To offer a diverse range of pathways for all To champion and share effective practice At the forefront of music education …through…
Communication…Participation…Opportunity…Excellence…Accessibility… Collaboration…Enjoyment
Music on Sea is committed to delivering ‘The Importance of Music’, the Government’s National Plan for Music Education, for all children and young people throughout the Southend Local Authority area. Music on Sea performs all Core and Extension roles as set out by Arts Council England. These roles underpin all planning and musical activity that we offer.
Core roles of Music on Sea:
1 ) Ensure that every child aged five to 18 has the opportunity to learn a musical instrument through whole-class ensemble teaching programmes. 2) Provide opportunities to play in ensembles and to perform from an early stage. 3) Ensure that clear progression routes are available and affordable to all young people. 4) Develop a singing strategy to ensure that every pupil is singing regularly and that choirs and other vocal ensembles are available in the area.
Extension roles of Music on Sea:
A) Offer Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to school staff, particularly in supporting schools to deliver music in the curriculum. B) Provide an instrument loan service, with discounts or free provision for those on low incomes. C) Provide access to large scale and/or high quality music experiences for pupils, working with professional musicians and/or venues. This may include undertaking work to publicise the opportunities available to schools, parents/carers and students.
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Music on Sea - National Curriculum
National Curriculum Overview
KS1
Use voices expressively and creatively, singing songs and speaking chants and rhymes. Play tuned and untuned instruments musically. Listen with concentration and understanding to a range of high-quality live and recorded music. Experiment with, create and combine sounds.
KS2
Play and perform in solo and ensembles contexts, using voices and instruments. Improvise and compose. Use and understand staff and other notations. Listen to and appreciate a wide range of music from different traditions and from great composers and musicians. Have an understanding of the history of music.
KS3
Playing instruments musically, fluently and with accuracy and expression. Improvise and compose, extend and develop ideas. Use the stave and other relevant notations in a range of genres and traditions. Identify and use inter-related dimensions of music with increasing sophistication, using tonalities and different types of scales. Listening with increasing discrimination. Develop a deepening understanding of music they perform and to which they listen, and its history.
A great free resource to support and deliver listening and music appreciation for KS2 and KS3. www.bbc.com/teach/ten-pieces
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Instrumental Teaching
Music on Sea serves all schools promoting high quality music education both in the curriculum and through individual and small group instrumental and vocal teaching.
What do we offer? High quality individual and small group tuition from specialist music teachers with appropriate safeguarding and DBS checks A mentoring programme developed in partnership with Trinity College to support tutors through lesson observation and performance management leading to continued professional development (CPD) Full range of instruments and styles taught Fully accountable service who communicate with schools, parents, teachers and our management team Teaching tailored to the needs and aspirations of each student Access to a variety of music examination routes including ABRSM, Trinity College, and Rock School.
What does it cost? 15 minute individual lesson costs £7.50 per student per week 20 minute individual lesson costs £10.00 per student per week 30 minute individual lesson costs £15.00 per student per week
Prices listed above are set until 31st March 2019. A term’s notice will be given regarding any change in rate.
All lessons are based on a minimum package of 10 weeks per term. Schools may agree more weeks in advance. Lessons are invoiced on a termly basis to the school.
Is there any financial support available? Schools should have published their policy on providing some financial support for Looked After Children or those who have registered and are eligible for Free School Meals/Pupil Premium.
Music on Sea also provides a bursary for students, subject to successful application. Details can be found on page 8.
Extra curricular activities Music on Sea is also able to run after school music clubs, school bands, orchestras and groups, including rock and pop at £35 per hour.
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Instrument Hire and Loan
Music on Sea have many musical instruments available to hire for students learning within Southend or to Southend schools.
What do we offer? All students attending a Southend school are able to hire an instrument from Music on Sea.
What does it cost? Instrument hire is currently charged at £20.00 per term.
Each instrument is loaned for a minimum of a term and the parent will be charged, via invoice, on a termly basis.
Is there any financial support available? Free hire is available to those: in receipt of Free School Meals or Pupil Premium Grant learners with a statement of Special Educational Needs or EHCP young carers Looked After Children
Instrument loans to schools Schools can borrow individual or sets of instruments free of charge (depending on availability) for a term at a time for use in class lessons and school musical activities on the condition that they remain on school premises at all times.
Did you know? Music on Sea has a wide range of instruments available for hire and loan including class sets of violins, recorders, and a range of the new plastic beginner instruments: pbones, ptrumpets and clarineos. We have saxophones, keyboards, electric guitars, basses, amps, steel pans, samba drums and full range of good quality orchestral instruments for beginners and emerging players. For short term loan and events, handbells, glockenspiels and a KS1 class untuned percussion box is available. Music on Sea also has a portable PA system that can be hired at a very reasonable rate for a fete or performance.
For a full list of instruments available and to discuss and arrange hire, speak to Music on Sea on 01702 215861.
Please note: as instruments are stored offsite at Southend Adult Community College, schools and individuals will need to arrange collection as Music on Sea is unable to deliver.
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Whole Class Ensemble Teaching
A core requirement of the National Plan for Music Education is that every child should have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument through whole class ensemble teaching (WCET). WCET projects are led by high-quality music teachers who will develop musical skills that can be applied in National Curriculum music lessons. For some this may be the start of a life-long hobby or, indeed, the first step on a rewarding career path.
What do we offer? A one term programme of free tuition to an identified primary class/year group during the academic year is available through the First Access Programme The ability to extend provision further funded by the school. A minimum of 10 weeks of tuition. Free whole class instrument loan. Free online Music Curriculum resource (Charanga) and Music on Sea support National Curriculum Music delivery. Links to wider performance opportunities including Southend Makes Music CPD opportunity for teachers. A certificate and badge for all children who have completed WCET provision.
How much does it cost? First Access offers a one term programme of free tuition to an identified primary class/ year group during the academic year. Continued tuition will be classed as Whole Class tuition for subsequent terms and future years, regardless of instrument. Continued tuition is charged at £35 per hour.
Arts Council England guidance states a session should be:
30 minute for up to half a class (up to 15 students). 45-60 minute for whole class. 10 weeks per class of the same year group. The year group needs to be agreed at the beginning of the year.
What do I do if I’m interested? Contact Music on Sea on [email protected] or 01702 215861 for further information.
Please ensure that you give sufficient notice to allow this provision to be organised. Music on Sea has a wide range of instruments available. Please request these as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Bursary Scheme for Students
Music on Sea is able to offer a limited number of Bursaries to students in Southend.
The purpose of the Music on Sea Bursary Scheme is to provide financial support to encourage and develop talent in music within Southend.
All bursary money is from Arts Council England and all successful applicants must comply with all terms and conditions given.
The Bursary offers children and young people access to:
all Music on Sea ensembles good quality instruments high quality tuition the next steps in tuition where applicable e.g. longer lessons or moving from a small group to individual lessons support with exam fees support for future career prospects musical theory tuition
Bursary packages:
Bronze: to support ensembles or tuition up to £150 per year Silver: to support ensembles and tuition up to £200 per year Gold: to support ensembles, tuition, instrument hire, practical or theory exams, other opportunities up to £300 per year
In order to be eligible for the bursary, the child or young person MUST demonstrate:
Current good attendance at, and contribution to, musical activities e.g. school choirs, orchestras, music tuition, Music on Sea ensembles Actively taking on all opportunities offered A commitment to progress and practice The student must attend a school within the Borough of Southend A reference from the school and/or external music professional
To find out more about the application process and full terms and conditions, the bursary form is available on www.musiconsea.co.uk/applyingforsupport.
Each application is considered termly by Hub Board members panel. Application deadline dates are published on the website.
This replaces the previous scheme that is no longer available.
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Bursary Support for Schools
Music on Sea financial support for schools
Music on Sea also has a small fund to support a new musical initiative within your school.
This grant can be used to support:
Instrument purchase as part of a wider initiative (these remain the property of Music on Sea) Innovative musical projects and initiatives CPD specific music training to enhance teaching and learning Large scale performance opportunities.
Unfortunately, through this grant, we are unable to support:
Transport costs Equipment hire Whole Class Ensemble tuition On-going music tutor fees Individual lessons.
A maximum of £300 is available for each application.
Each application is considered termly by Hub Board members.
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Charanga Online Music Resource
Charanga Musical School is an award winning primary music resource which is being used by primary schools across Southend.
What does Charanga offer? A cloud-based resource that brings together great music, modern pedagogy and the latest educational technology. It supports all aspects of music in school including the new music curriculum and is in line with published Ofsted guidance. It provides teachers with week-by-week lesson support for each year group in the school. It is ideal for specialist and non-specialist teachers and provides lesson plans, assessment, clear progression and engaging and exciting whiteboard resources to support every lesson. It provides children and their families with opportunities to continue learning and exploring music at home through ‘Music World’. It includes individual access for as many teachers in your school as you would like plus access for all children to ‘Music World’ online learning. New content is being added constantly.
What does it cost and how do I access it? Charanga is fully funded by Music on Sea and available for all infant, junior, primary and special schools in Southend. Charanga VIP is available free to all secondary schools in Southend on application.
Regular training sessions are held termly for new and existing teachers.
Visit the Charanga page www.charanga.com. or the Music on Sea login page www.seemehmusicresources.co.uk.
For information and for log in details, please contact [email protected].
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Singing Strategy for Schools in Southend
The benefits of singing are countless: a pastime and therapeutic outlet, a way to entertain and a useful educational tool. It brings us together, invigorates us, helps us to relax and is hugely beneficial for the development of language and reading.
Music on Sea is strongly committed to supporting singing across the Borough of Southend. Our aim is to raise the profile and regularity of singing in schools and to support, create and signpost more opportunities for students, and people of all ages and abilities within the community to come together and take part in quality vocal experiences.
In 2011, the Department for Education published its National Music Plan for Music with an emphasis on the importance of providing students with the opportunity to sing regularly. Schools are now required to have their own singing strategy built into their music development plan.
Music on Sea is supporting schools in the creation of a Singing Strategy which will encourage regular commitment to singing from students and staff members alike.
Intended Outcomes: Musical learning Development/improvement of the voice as an instrument Aural perception Development of literacy skills Aural and visual memory Spatial reasoning and mathematical performance Intellectual development Executive functioning and self-regulation Creativity General attainment Personality Education motivation and re-engagement for the disaffected Social cohesion and inclusion Pro-social behaviour and team work Empathy and emotional intelligence Psychological well-being Personal development and self-belief Music and health Physical development Fun
For support with singing within your school please contact Music on Sea on [email protected] or 01702 215861.
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Ensembles
Ensembles are an important part of learning to play a musical instrument and are often the most enjoyable and socially rewarding part of the process. Music on Sea aims to provide a musical pathway for all its young players for every stage of learning. We are accredited to Children's University Southend and validated to stamp passports.
What do we offer? Music on Sea currently offers the following ensembles across Southend with more being added year on year. More information about each ensemble including dates and membership fees can be found at www.musiconsea.co.uk/ensembles. Unless otherwise stated, all players are welcome at any ensemble, regardless of grade, experience or age. Fantazmajazz Primary Rock 11 - 18 year olds Years 3 - 6 Grade 3+ Friday 3:30 - 5:00pm Friday 7:30 - 9:00pm Edwards Hall Primary School Southend Adult Community College Horn Group Rock School 11 - 18 year olds 7+ year olds Wednesday 5:00 - 7:00pm Friday 4:30 - 5:45pm The Eastwood Academy The Eastwood Academy Southend Highly Strung Academy of Music All orchestral players of Grades 2-6 Monday 5:00 - 6:00pm, 5:00 - 6:30pm 7+ year olds (alternate weeks) Beginners welcome Southend Adult Community College Saturday 10:00 - 12:00 noon Cecil Jones Academy Jazz Workshop Southend Youth 11+ year olds All grades welcome Orchestra Tuesday 5:00 - 7:00pm Strings & Percussion: Grade 4+ Southend High School for Boys Woodwind & Brass: Grade 6+ Friday 6:00 - 7:30pm All our ensembles The Eastwood Academy are Children's University Learning Destinations so be sure to collect your stamps!
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Events
Music on Sea provides access to large scale and high quality music experiences for students, working with professional musicians and venues.
Our showcase event is the Southend Makes Music concert series. Schools are given the opportunity to perform at the Palace Theatre, Westcliff.
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What Else Can We Offer?
Read and share the Music on Sea newsletter Published twice a term, it carries up to date news and opportunities. Please share news and stories, successes and celebrations to include in forthcoming issues.
Join our teacher group Originally for primary colleagues, the group has expanded to all music teachers to meet, talk and deliver training. 4:00 to 5:30 at Temple Sutton school — dates published on the newsletter.
CPD opportunities We are always looking for events and training sessions to host and deliver to staff. Details are sent out individually.
Musical events and workshops for students Working with our Hub partners, Music on Sea can organise one off events or workshops for an individual school or groups of schools including performance opportunities.
Create and Sing Carmen project The first phase of the Create and Sing Carmen project in conjunction with the Royal Opera House has been completed successfully by ten schools. The programme consists of a free teacher CPD day enabling the teacher to then lead the series of ten lessons in their own school. All books and web based resources are free and more information about the project can be found on www.roh.org.uk/learning/learning-platform/programme/create-and-sing-carmen
To run a course, we would require a minimum of six schools. Please register your interest via [email protected].
Meet Sonny the Seagull Our Music on Sea mascot, Sonny the Seagull is available, with prior appointment, to come to an assembly to promote music. He also attends all Music on Sea events and may even be able to bring some instruments to a school fayre.
Follow Sonny and Music on Sea on Twitter @MusiconSea!
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Partners
Music on Sea is fortunate to work in close partnership with many local and national groups and organisations. Strategic national partners These organisations provide strategic guidance, support or collaboration, with a level of accountability to each. Each partner is a nationally recognised and established body or organisation.
Local partners Based in Southend and South East Essex, Music on Sea works in close joint partnerships with these groups and organisations to support and deliver musical excellence for children and young people in Southend.
Project Partners Widely regarded as regional and national leaders in their respective fields, these partners bring us enrichment, training, resource and expertise to enhance our work and musical delivery within schools, young people and tutors.
Southend Schools
Music on Sea is delighted to work with all Southend schools as integral partners and welcome and support the important contribution they make to delivering high quality curriculum and extended music provision.
All Southend schools are members of Music on Sea. If you would like to use our logo on your website (and a link to our website) and on letters, please contact us and we will send this through.
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Contact us...
Andrew Withams - Head of Service [email protected] or 01702 534425
Emma Smith - Services for Schools Officer (Music & Communications) [email protected] or 01702 215861
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Music on Sea, Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue, Southend-On-Sea, SS2 6ER
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