Use this resource to test yourself when listening to music

Guide to getting started with Songwriting

Guide to playing rock band instruments

• Songwriting

• Circle of fifths explained

Timbre and Dynamics

• Understanding dynamic terminology

Rhythm and Metre

• Understanding time signatures

Texture and Melody

• Recognising different textures

• Understanding intervals 

• Recognise ornaments

Harmony and Tonality

• Understanding cadences

• Examples of Accompaniments

• Finding relative keys

• Key Signatures Major and Minor up to 5 sharps and 5 flats

GCSE music revision

Useful Links

• GCSE Music Revision Guide

• Listening Exam Section B - Beatles

• Listening Exam Section B - Copland

• Listening Exam Section B - Haydn

• Listening Exam Section B - Santana