Key Stage 3 Music - Music for Soundscapes


Home Study


Home Study 1

Listen to Holst 'The Planets - Mars' and using music keywords explain why this music is suitable as 'war music':

Instrument Pitch Timbre Duration
Tempo Pulse Rhythm
Structure Dynamics Chromatic Notes Texture


Home Study 2

Find a picture that suits this music and say why it fits this music.

Bring in a copy of the picture to stick into your book.


Home Study 3

Describe what musical devices you used in your composition and how you created your intended mood/feelings.

Write about what was successful about your piece.

Write about what other ideas you use to improve your piece next time.