Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Permission To Dance by BTS with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
We are delighted to share with everyone brand new songs commissioned by Creative Island for our annual Vocal prom event at Carisbrooke Castle on Thursday 12th June! These songs are intended to be an expression of what it is to be a young person growing up on the Isle of Wight and to celebrate and champion their hopes for the future.
We have five new songs suitable for a a wide range of ages as suggested with lots of optional parts and arrangements suitable for a variety of ages and abilities. Along with the recordings and backing tracks you will also find pdfs of the the scores and a lyrics powerpoint to support practising these in your setting.
For those schools taking part in the vocal festival we would suggest that different age ranges learn the songs as suggested below but we will organise this with you during workshops to ensure you are happy and comfortable with what you are learning. Some songs are split into parts which will be ensure you have been allocated at your workshop to introduce the material. All songs will need to be learned off by heart for the outdoor performance where possible.
If you have not yet signed up for the vocal prom event and wish to do so please complete THIS form.
Time Is On Our Side by Graeme du Fresne
This cheerful song about school life on the IOW was written by Island composer Graeme du Fresne is suitable for both KS1 and KS2 with some optional harmonies during the chorus. We will be teaching actions in the workshop to support learning lyrics for KS1 pupils in particular. nb the lyrics on the score for this are slightly mismatched with the pdf and recording please refer to the recording and lyrics document for the final version.
Changemaker by Emily Barden
This fun and uplifting pop song from Emily is suitable for KS1, KS2 & KS3(verses only for KS1 if too difficult to learn all the way through) with some optional harmonies and echo phrases. Kindly borrowed from Portsmouth Music Hub’s Song Source resources.
You Are Not Alone by David Redston
This lovely musical theatre style song from Spotlight IOW’s composer in residence David Redston is suitable for all ages but we recommend KS1 only learn the chorus. schools will be allocated part to learn and follow in their introductory workshop. There are many optional harmonies and extras that could be included.
It’s My Story Now by David Redston
Another fab musical theatre song from David Redston suitable from KS2, KS3 & KS4 with lots of opportunities for harmonies and additional parts if you feel able to use them. Your workshop leader will make sure you are learning the correct part suitable for the ability of your students.
Can You Hear Us? by Jo Downs
This call and response pop song it suitable for all ages (KS1, KS2, KS3 & KS4) and will be the finale of our event on the day. You will only need to learn the chorus for the this song as the verses will be filled by schools writing their own verses for the song as part of the songwriting project. During your workshop you will be assigned parts and learn the body percussion at the end of the track.
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Better Place by Rachel Platten with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for High Five by Sigrid with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Winter Things by Ariana Grande with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Looks Like A Cold, Cold Winter by Ingrid Michaelson with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Anthem for a Better World by Jo Downs with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Joy To The World by Tom Gregory with the Dust & Mischief Band with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Herod - A Puppet King by Jo Downs with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Under The Moonlit Sky by Jo Downs with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Brave by Don Diablo and Jessie J with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
We are so excited to have collaborated with local artists Shannon B and producer Sera Bless for 2024’s Black History Month song on a theme of Reclaiming Narratives; showcasing untold stories, correcting historical inaccuracies, challenging the narratives that have often overlooked the contributions and achievements of Black individuals.
Below you will find a KS2/KS3 music curriculum resource to go alongside the song outlining the topic, researching the themes and writing your own verse to fit with the existing chorus and example verse.
Below you find the songs and resources for our 2024 Christmas Songbook! This year after listening feedback from teachers we have focused our songs around the nativity story. Each song will tell the Christmas story sequentially and features varying styles and genres of music. Sign and sing video resources for each song will be added to our YouTube channel to support this and are embedded below.
Below you will find 6 songs - the first three have been written with Key Stage 1 pupils in mind and the last three are aimed at Key Stage 2 but any of them could be sung by either group if appropriate in your setting. For each song resource there is a guide track including vocals, a backing track and a pdf of the vocal score along with a lyrics document for printing and a powerpoint for easy display and learning along with the signing videos.
The tracks are as follows:
The Message (KS1)
Donkey, Don’t Stop! (KS1)
A Big Night in Bethlehem (KS1)
Under the Moonlit Sky (KS2)
Herod - A Puppet King (KS2)
Anthem for a Better World (KS2)
Thanks to:
Composer Jo Downs
PowerPoint resources Anna Thompsett
Illustrations Mabel Thompsett
Makaton content Vicky Trevithick
Recording & Editing Aidan Hampson
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Little Bit of Love by Tom Grennan with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Key Stage 2
Learn Makaton signs, singing and body percussion for Faith by Stevie Wonder featuring Ariana Grande with Southampton and Isle of Wight Music, then try it out with the performance video.
LEARNING VIDEO — LEARN THE LYRICS, SINGING, BODY PERCUSSION AND THE SIGNS
PERFORM ALONG VIDEO — PLAY, SING AND SIGN ALONG THROUGH THE WHOLE SONG
Southampton Songbook 2014
The Southampton Songbook is a collection of original songs composed especially for the 50@50 project – a celebration of 50 events to mark 50 years of Southampton’s city status. Schools and individuals were invited to compose songs about Southampton’s people, places and history. The songs were mostly written with children and young people in mind (schools and choirs), however adults and community choirs may also find this book a useful resource to add to their repertoire.
Each song contains original lyrics and in some cases, children from several primary schools in Southampton have played a key part not only in writing the lyrics, but also offering ideas for the melodic, creative and stylistic content.
Find the complete songbook with lyrics and musical scores via the button below.
Find all of the downloadable audio files for the Southampton Songbook below.
Southampton Is The Best - Hightown Primary School
Three Cheers for Southampton - A. Jones
S is for Southampton - L. Mills
Come Along with Me - Jo Downs
The Legend of Sir Bevois - Jo Downs
Deep in the Heart of Southampton - Bitterne Park Primary School
Samba Round The Solent - A. Mills
Shopping at West Quay - A-M. Taylor
The Ships Sail In - Jo Downs
African Choral Exchange
Find the complete lyrics with actions, musical scores and teaching notes for the African Choral Exchange via the buttons below.
Find all of the downloadable audio files for the African Choral Exchange below.
Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) - Shakira
Try Everything - Shakira (from Zootropolis)
Growth Mindset & Emotional Literacy
Power In Me - Rebecca Lawrence
Growth Mindset & Emotional Literacy
Happy (For Kenya) - Pharrell Williams
We're All Here From Around The World - Big Summer Sing 2017
The songs are appropriate for both KS1 and KS2. Some could be sung in English if language is prohibitive or certain songs could work if pupils just sing in the chorus or just the responses.
Songs collected and adapted by composer and choir leader Fiona Funnell (www.fionafunnell.co.uk), accompanied by Julian Harrow on several ukuleles. The CD gives you the opportunity to learn the song and sing without the vocals if you wish.
Find the complete lyrics with actions, musical scores and teaching notes for We're All Here From Around The World (Big Summer Sing) via the buttons below.
Find all of the downloadable audio files for the We're All Here From Around The World (Big Summer Sing) below.
Latvia
Bangladesh
England
Senegal
France
UK, Original Song
Poland
South Africa
Sports (Big Spring Sing 2014)
Find the complete lyrics with actions, musical scores and teaching notes for the Sports Big Spring Sing in the music pack via the button below.
Find all of the downloadable audio files for the Sports Big Spring Sing below.
Solent Shanty Sing includes existing shanties and new songs written for and about Southampton, Isle of White, Portsmouth and wider Hampshire. Some of the shanties in this book were collected locally by the folk song collectors of the early 1900s and can be found in the Vaughan Williams Memorial Library online. Many of the songs were inspired by school children who contributed ideas and drawings, and sometimes words. Songs can be adapted and song arrangements are very flexible.
This book was curated, compiled, arranged, designed and sometimes composed by sound artist and composer Dr Emily Peasgood, with the support of musicians Dani Osoba and Sam Slattery.
The Songbook (PDF), lyrics presentation, and all audio files are accessible via the buttons below.