Interpret music by making choices in relation to tempo, dynamics, phrasing, articulation, colour, etc. in order to achieve an intended effect and convey the expressive characteristics; describe and evaluate the music using appropriate musical vocabulary

When learning new pieces, encourage learners to make independent decisions about expressive features, such as dynamics, tempi, phrasing, articulation, and tone quality.

Ask learners to experiment with reverb and distortion from an amplifier and evaluate its effect. Similarly, listen to a recording that demonstrates the tremolo sound, e.g. Hank Marvin from the Shadows.

Show learners how to apply their listening skills and respond to the musical features of the music.

Tease out learners’ understanding in questions about the music.

Encourage learners to perform the music intuitively and to explore different interpretations, even at a simple level.

Demonstrate alternatives for learners to discuss and evaluate.