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Music
At Samuel Cody School, our Music Department is a vibrant and inclusive space where there’s something for everyone! Music is more than just a subject—it nurtures essential transferrable life skills such as teamwork, active listening, and resilience, helping students grow into confident, well-rounded individuals.
Our curriculum is project-based, with each unit exploring a specific musical style or theme. Students:
- Listen to music to understand what makes each style unique.
- Compose their own pieces using the key features of that style.
- Perform music—sometimes as a whole class, in pairs, or individually.
We use a wide range of instruments including keyboards, guitars, ukuleles, drums, and various percussion instruments. We also incorporate music technology, using software that supports both performance and composition.
Beyond the classroom, students can join:
- Performing Arts Club
- Key Stage 4 Music Skills Club (for students currently taking music at KS4)
Our students have had exciting opportunities to perform at prestigious venues such as Winchester Cathedral and The Anvil in Basingstoke, through partnerships with Hampshire Music Service. Visiting musicians and special projects—like the Vocal Ambassadors Scheme—further enrich our students’ musical experiences.