GRADE 1 LONG-TERM PLAN/SCHEME OF WORK

SEMESTER 1
IB PYP GRADE 1/KEY STAGE 1 - YEAR 2

Grade/Year Monsoon (Varsha Ritu) Autumn (Sharad Ritu) Pre-Winter (Hemant Ritu)
August September October November December
Unit 1: Unit 2: Unit 3: Unit 4: Unit 5:
1 Introduction to Exploring Discovering Introduction Parent-
Musical Learner Rhythms Pitch (Kodály to Percussion Learner-
Profile (Dalcroze Method) (Orff Educator
Eurhythmics) Schulwerk) Collaboration
(Triad
Harmony)

Learning Objective(s) Proposed Teaching Activities Learning Outcomes

SEMESTER 2
IB PYP GRADE 1/KEY STAGE 1 - YEAR 2

Grade/Year Winter (Shishir Ritu) Spring (Vasant Ritu) Summer (Grishma Ritu)
January February March April May
Unit 6: Unit 7: Unit 8: Music Unit 9: Unit 10: Culminating
1 Folk Music Creative and Exploring Performance
Exploration Composition Movement Music
(Dalcroze Elements
Eurhythmics)
Overview of Grade 1 Long term Plan/Scheme of Work
In Grade 1 of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), the music curriculum is
designed to provide a well-rounded musical education throughout the year, aligning with the seasons of
Monsoon (Varsha Ritu), Autumn (Sharad Ritu), Pre-Winter (Hemant Ritu), Winter (Shishir Ritu), Spring
(Vasant Ritu), and Summer (Grishma Ritu).

Semester 1 (Monsoon, Autumn, and Pre-Winter): August to December

Unit 1: Introduction to Musical Learner Profile
• Learning Objective: Learners will explore the concepts and values of the Musical Learner
Profile.

• Teaching Activities: Interactive discussions, listening to music, and exploring key musical
attributes.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will gain an understanding of how to approach music as

learners.

Unit 2: Exploring Rhythms (Dalcroze Eurhythmics)

• Learning Objective: Learners will explore and foster an understanding of rhythm through
Dalcroze Eurhythmics.

• Teaching Activities: Rhythmic movement exercises and games.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will develop rhythmic awareness and coordination.

Unit 3: Discovering Pitch (Kodály Method)

• Learning Objective: Learners will be introduced to the Kodály Method to explore pitch
and melody.

• Teaching Activities: Singing and engaging with simple melodies.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will begin to grasp pitch and melodic concepts.

Unit 4: Introduction to Percussion (Orff Schulwerk)

• Learning Objective: Familiarizing learners with percussion instruments and basic
rhythmic patterns.

• Teaching Activities: Playing percussion instruments and creating rhythmic patterns.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will gain hands-on experience with percussion

instruments.
Unit 5: Parent-Learner-Educator Collaboration (Triad Harmony)
• Learning Objective: Parents/Guardians will collaborate for a joined music lesson with
learners.

• Teaching Activities: Parents/Guardians will sing and play percussion instruments with
learners.

• Learning Outcomes: Parent-learner-educator collaboration will be achieved.

Semester 2 (Winter, Spring, and Summer): January to May
Unit 6: Folk Music Exploration
• Learning Objective: Learners will explore various folk music traditions from around the
world.

• Teaching Activities: Listening to and studying folk music from different cultures.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will gain cultural awareness through music.

Unit 7: Creative Composition

• Learning Objective: Learners will compose their music – short melodies, rhythm and
writing lyrics with or without use of music technology.

• Teaching Activities: Guided composition exercises and creative projects with or without
use of music technology.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will develop their creativity and composition skills.

Unit 8: Music and Movement (Dalcroze Eurhythmics)

• Learning Objective: Learners will explore combining music and movement to enhance
understanding.

• Teaching Activities: Coordinated movement to music.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will improve their coordination and musical expression.

Unit 9: Exploring Music Elements

• Learning Objective: Learners will delve deeper into musical elements such as tempo,
dynamics, and timbre.

• Teaching Activities: Interactive exercises and discussions.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will develop a more comprehensive understanding of

music.

Unit 10: Culminating Performance

• Learning Objective: Learners will prepare and present a music performance.

• Teaching Activities: Rehearsals, teamwork, and stage preparation.

• Learning Outcomes: Learners will showcase their musical achievements in a

performance.

Throughout the year, the music curriculum aims to nurture a well-rounded musical education, fostering
creativity, cultural understanding, and collaboration among learners, educators, and parents.
VIOLIN LONG-TERM PLAN/SCHEME OF WORK FOR KYUNGHWA JIN JUNE
LEE

SEMESTER 1
SCHEME OF WORK FOR VIOLIN
METHOD SUZUKI AND ROCKSCHOOL GRADE 1 VIOLIN MUSIC EXAMINATION

Violin Pupil Monsoon Autumn (Sharad Ritu) Pre-Winter (Hemant Ritu)

(Varsha Ritu)

August September October November December

Kyunghwa Jin Unit 1: Unit 2: Unit 3: Unit 4: Review Unit 5: New

June Lee Introduction Twinkle, Bowing and Song - Lightly
to the Violin Twinkle, Little Technique Refinement of Row
Star Twinkle

Learning Objective(s) Proposed Teaching Activities Learning Outcomes

SEMESTER 2
SCHEME OF WORK FOR VIOLIN
METHOD SUZUKI AND ROCKSCHOOL GRADE 1 VIOLIN MUSIC EXAMINATION

Violin Pupil Winter (Shishir Ritu) Spring (Vasant Ritu) Summer

(Grishma Ritu)

January February March April May

Kyunghwa Jin Unit 6: Unit 7: More Unit 8: Unit 9: Suzuki Unit 10:
June Lee Building Advanced Technique Concerto Performance
Finger Pieces Enhancement Preparation
Dexterity
 Overview of Violin Long-term Plan/Scheme of Work

In this violin curriculum for Kyunghwa Jin June Lee, we combine the Suzuki Method with preparation for
the Rockschool Grade 1 Violin Music Examination. The program is divided into two semesters, aligning
with the seasons of Monsoon (Varsha Ritu), Autumn (Sharad Ritu), Pre-Winter (Hemant Ritu), Winter
(Shishir Ritu), Spring (Vasant Ritu), and Summer (Grishma Ritu). Each semester focuses on specific
learning objectives and activities to develop violin skills and prepare for the examination.

Semester 1 (Monsoon, Autumn, and Pre-Winter): August to December

Unit 1: Introduction to the Violin
• Learning Objective: Familiarize the learner with the violin and its basic components.

• Teaching Activities: Introduction to violin anatomy, care, and handling.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner understands the violin's structure and how to handle it.

Unit 2: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

• Learning Objective: Begin playing simple melodies using the Suzuki Method.

• Teaching Activities: Introduction to the first Suzuki piece.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner can play a basic melody on the violin.

Unit 3: Bowing Technique

• Learning Objective: Develop proper bowing technique and control.

• Teaching Activities: Bowing exercises and practice.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner can produce clear and controlled bowing.

Unit 4: Review and Refinement of Twinkle

• Learning Objective: Enhance Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star performance.

• Teaching Activities: Review and refine the Suzuki piece.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner demonstrates improved performance.

Unit 5: New Song - Lightly Row

• Learning Objective: Introduce a new piece to expand the repertoire.

• Teaching Activities: Introduction to Lightly Row and practice.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner can play a new piece on the violin.
Semester 2 (Winter, Spring, and Summer): January to May
Unit 6: Building Finger Dexterity
• Learning Objective: Strengthen finger agility and coordination.

• Teaching Activities: Finger exercises and scales.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner's finger dexterity improves.

Unit 7: More Advanced Pieces – Rockschool Violin Exam

• Learning Objective: Progress to more complex Suzuki pieces.

• Teaching Activities: Introduction to advanced Suzuki pieces.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner can perform more challenging pieces.

Unit 8: Technique Enhancement

• Learning Objective: Focus on refining violin techniques.

• Teaching Activities: Technique drills and exercises.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner's overall technique improves.

Unit 9: Suzuki Concerto

• Learning Objective: Prepare for a Suzuki Concerto performance.

• Teaching Activities: Practice and preparation for the concerto.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner is ready for the concerto performance.

Unit 10: Performance Preparation

• Learning Objective: Prepare for the Rockschool Grade 1 Violin Music Examination.

• Teaching Activities: Exam repertoire practice, mock exams, and performance skills.

• Learning Outcomes: The learner is well-prepared for the Grade 1 examination,

demonstrating proficiency in violin playing.

Throughout the curriculum, the combination of the Suzuki Method and Rockschool examination
preparation ensures a comprehensive and skill-building approach to learning the violin. The learner
progresses from basic techniques to more advanced pieces, ultimately achieving a high level of
proficiency in violin performance.