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COMMENTS: Nursery December 2016 1=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches new learning experiences with confidence. #E has been able to explore various musical instruments used in the Music classroom in order to discover how they produce their sounds. #E is able to sing #h first rhymes with confidence and enthusiasm. 2=#N has improved #h interaction with classmates as #e participates more actively in singing and games. #E is a curious learner who explores new musical instruments to discover how they work. #E has also been helpful when tidying up the classroom after each session. 3=#N has been a caring student who is willing to play with a wide range of friends. During the semester, #e has been able to discover how different musical instruments found in the classroom produce their sound. #E has also managed to learn and sing a few of #h first rhymes. 4=#N loves playing, exploring and discovering new instruments and how they work. #E has been able to use a wide range of percussion instruments. Examining and listening to the sound of different classroom musical instruments has allowed #m to find creative ways to play them. #E enjoys sharing the first few rhymes #e knows with other learners. COMMENTS: Nursery December 2017 1=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches new learning experiences with confidence. #E has been able to explore various musical instruments used in the Music classroom in order to discover how they produce their sounds. #E is able to sing #h first rhymes with confidence and enthusiasm. 2=#N has improved #h interaction with classmates as #e participates more actively in singing and games. #E is a curious learner who explores new musical instruments to discover how they work. #E has also been helpful when tidying up the classroom after each session. 3=#N has been a caring student who is willing to play with a wide range of friends. During the semester, #e has been able to discover how different musical instruments found in the classroom produce their sound. #E has also managed to learn and sing a few of #h first rhymes. 4=#N loves playing, exploring and discovering new instruments and how they work. #E has been able to use a wide range of percussion instruments. Examining and listening to the sound of different classroom musical instruments has allowed #m to find creative ways to play them. #E enjoys sharing the first few rhymes #e knows with other learners. COMMENTS: Nursery December 2018 1=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches new learning experiences with confidence. #E has been able to explore various musical instruments used in the Music classroom in order to discover how they produce their sounds. #E is able to sing #h first rhymes with confidence and enthusiasm. #E has been able to identify some of the musical instruments found in the music classroom. 2=#N has improved #h interaction with classmates as #e participates more actively in singing and games. #E is a curious learner who explores new musical instruments to discover how they work. #E has also been able to name a few of the instruments found in the music classroom. 3=#N has been a caring student who is willing to play with a wide range of friends. During the semester, #e has been able to discover how different musical instruments found in the classroom produce their sound. #E has also managed to learn and sing a few of #h first rhymes. 4=#N loves playing, exploring and discovering new instruments and how they work. #E has been able to use a wide range of percussion instruments with a level of care. #H level of participation during singing session has improved. #E enjoys actions songs and follows instructions. 5=#N is a knowledgeable learners who exhibits confidence in sharing ideas and facts with #h peers. #E has been able to identify musical instruments both aurally and visually. #E has also expressed a high level of commitment to developing #h vocal skills through singing. #H ability to improvise rhythmic patterns has also improved. COMMENTS: Nursery June, 2017 1=#N has found #h singing voice and uses it confidently. Over the academic year, #e was able to identify different sound sources. #N has also sung with awareness of the pulse and rhythm. #E has built a good foundation for the next level. 2=#N sings with an awareness of the other performers. #H awareness of pitch is also developing as #e can sustain melodies in tune. #E was able to take an active part in the concert with a good level of confidence. I trust that with more exposure to performance, #h confidence and performance skills will develop. 3=#N has made some improvements in #h vocal and listening skills. #E has been able to recognize different characters represented in musical stories. #N can also perform rhythmic patterns in simple songs on percussion. I am confident that with time, #e will continue developing #h skills as a performer. 4=#N likes to explore different musical instruments in the classroom and tries to handle them with care. #E also likes watching musical stories. I trust that with time, #h will be able to further develop #h collaborative and vocal skills. COMMENTS: Nursery June, 2018 1=#N has begun to use #h voice with better intonation and with more confidence. Over the academic year, #e has been able to identify different classroom musical instruments and how they make sound. #N is also able to follow performance directions and loves action songs. #E has built a solid foundation for the next year level. 2=#N is beginning to sing with better intonation and vocal control. #H sensitivity to rhythm and pulse has also developed as #e is able to echo rhythmic patterns played on percussion with more accuracy. #E loves musical instruments and explores the variety of sounds they produce. I trust that #e has build a strong foundation for the next year level. 3=#N has made some improvements in #h ability to follow performance instructions. #E has been able to identify some of the musical instruments found in the classroom and loves to explore the different unique sounds they produce. #N has also been able to use #h voice with more control. I am confident that with more exposure to musical activities, #e will continue developing #h skills as a performer. 4=#N likes to explore different musical instruments in the classroom and tries to handle them with care. #E likes watching musical stories and follows them with close attention. #E has also been more interested in taking part in singing activities. I trust that with more exposure to musical activities, #h will be able to further develop #h collaborative and musical skills. COMMENTS: Nursery June, 2019 1=#N has begun to use #h voice with better intonation and with more confidence. Over the academic year, #e has been able to identify different classroom musical instruments and how they make sound. #N is also able to follow performance directions and loves action songs. #E has built a solid foundation for the next year level. 2=#N is beginning to sing with better intonation and vocal control. #H sensitivity to rhythm and pulse has also developed as #e is able to echo rhythmic patterns played on percussion with more accuracy. #E loves musical instruments and explores the variety of sounds they produce. I trust that #e has build a good foundation for the next year level. 3=#N has made some improvements in #h ability to follow performance instructions. #E has been able to identify some of the musical instruments found in the classroom and loves to explore the different unique sounds they each produce. #N has also been able to use #h voice with more control. I am confident that with more exposure to musical activities, #e will continue developing #h musical skills. 4=#N likes to explore different musical instruments in the classroom and tries to handle them with care. #E likes watching musical stories and follows them with close attention. #E has also been more interested in taking part in singing activities. I trust that with more exposure to musical activities, #e will be able to further develop #h collaborative and musical skills. COMMENTS: Pres-school December 2016 1=#N has been an enthusiastic learner who acts positively to make the music class a place of enjoyment. #E has been able to sing #h rhymes with good intonation. #E can improvise rhythmic patterns on percussion to accompany songs. 2=#N is a risk-taker who likes trying out new musical instruments in order to discover how they produce sound. #E has been able to play basic rhythmic patterns on percussion instruments with a sturdy beat. #E can also perform while following visual and audio instructions. #E loves to sing. 3=#N is a caring student who is considerate towards the feelings and needs of other learners. #E has been able to work with friends to improvise rhythmic patterns on percussion instruments. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is now able to sing some of #h rhymes with relatively accurate intonation. 4=#N has been a curious learner who likes to explore musical instruments used in the classroom in order to discover how they work. #E has also been able to sing the scale with minimal difficulties. #H ability to play rhythmic patterns by rote has also improved. #E has a good ear for rhythm which allows #m to improvise over songs. 5=#N has improved #h level of participation during Music lessons. #E is able to use drums and other percusssion instruments to improvise rhtymic patterns. #E has also been able to name some of the musical instruments heard in musical stories and songs. #H appreciation for different sounds in Music has improved over the past few weeks. I hope that #e will continue making such positive developments in the next semester. COMMENTS: Pres-school December 2017 1=#N has been an enthusiastic learner who acts positively to make the music class a place of enjoyment. #E has been able to sing #h rhymes with good intonation. #E can improvise rhythmic patterns on percussion to accompany songs. 2=#N is a risk-taker who likes trying out new musical instruments in order to discover how they produce sound. #E has been able to play basic rhythmic patterns on percussion instruments with a sturdy beat. #E can also perform while following visual and audio instructions. #E loves to sing. 3=#N is a caring student who is considerate towards the feelings and needs of other learners. #E has been able to work with friends to improvise rhythmic patterns on percussion instruments. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is now able to sing some of #h rhymes with relatively accurate intonation. 4=#N has been a curious learner who likes to explore musical instruments used in the classroom in order to discover how they work. #E has also been able to sing the scale with minimal difficulties. #H ability to play rhythmic patterns by rote has also improved. #E has a good ear for rhythm which allows #m to improvise over songs. 5=#N has improved #h level of participation during Music lessons. #E is able to use drums and other percusssion instruments to improvise rhtymic patterns. #E has also been able to name some of the musical instruments heard in musical stories and songs. #H appreciation for different sounds in Music has improved over the past few weeks. I hope that #e will continue making such positive developments in the next semester. COMMENTS: Pres-school December 2018 1=#N has been an enthusiastic learner who acts positively to make the music class a place of enjoyment. #E has been able to sing #h rhymes with good intonation. #E can improvise rhythmic patterns on percussion to accompany songs. 2=#N is a risk-taker who likes trying out new musical instruments in order to discover how they produce sound. #E has been able to play basic rhythmic patterns on percussion instruments with a steady beat. #E can also perform while following visual and audio instructions. #E loves to sing. 3=#N is a caring student who is considerate towards the feelings and needs of other learners. #E has been able to work with friends to improvise rhythmic patterns on percussion instruments. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is now able to sing some of #h rhymes with relatively accurate intonation. 4=#N has been a curious learner who likes to explore various musical instruments used in the classroom in order to discover how they work. #E has also been able to sing the scale with minimal difficulties. #H ability to play rhythmic patterns by rote has also improved. #E has a good ear for rhythm which allows #m to improvise over songs. 5=#N has improved #h level of participation during Music lessons. #E is able to use drums and other percusssion instruments to improvise rhythmic patterns. #E has also been able to name some of the musical instruments heard in musical stories and songs. #H appreciation for different sounds in Music has improved over the past few weeks. I hope that #e will continue making such positive developments in the next semester. COMMENTS: Preschool June, 2017 1=#N has been a risk- taker who can perform independent vocal parts, keeping to a steady pulse. #H understanding of metre and rhythm has improved as #e is able to improvise rhythmic patterns to songs. #N's confidence as a performer will continue to develop as long as #e is continuously given opportunities to perform. 2=#N has been able to identify the metre of different songs by recognizing the pattern of strong and weak beats. #E has been able to show this by using clapping patterns. #E has been able to sing with expression and #e can rehearse with others. 3=#N is able to sing songs in tune and with awareness of the other parts in the song. #E has been able to take an active part in the concert with a good level of confidence and independence. I am confident that with more exposure to performance, #h confidence and performance skills will develop. 4=#N has made some improvements in #h vocal and listening skills. #E has been able to recognize different characters represented in musical stories. #N can also perform rhythmic patterns simple songs on percussion. I am confident that with time, #e will also continue developing #h skills as a performer. COMMENTS: Preschool June, 2018 1=#N has been a risk- taker who can perform independent vocal parts, keeping to a steady pulse. #H understanding of meter and rhythm has improved as #e is able to use percussion instruments to improvise rhythmic patterns to songs. #N's vocal intonation has also developed remarkably as #e is able to sing the diatonic scale with a high level of accuracy. 2=#N has continued to develop #h confidence as a performer. #H vocal skills have also continued to develop as #e is able to sing both scales and songs with minimal intonation difficulties. During the semester, #e has also been able to name orchestral instruments both by ear and sight. #H ability to hear and play back rhythmic patterns has continued to impress. 3=#N is able to sing both the scale and songs with minimal intonation difficulties. #E has also taken an active part in singing and improvisational activities with an impressive level of confidence and independence. With further exposure to performance in the next year level, #h confidence and skills will develop. 4=#N has made some improvements in #h vocal and listening skills. #E has been able to recognize different characters represented in musical stories. #N is also beginning to perform rhythmic patterns to accompany simple songs on percussion. I am confident that with practice, #e will develop into a more confident performer. COMMENTS: Preschool June, 2019 1=#N has been a risk- taker who can perform independent vocal parts while keeping to a steady pulse. #H understanding of meter and rhythm has improved as #e is able to use percussion instruments to improvise rhythmic patterns to songs. #N's vocal intonation has also developed remarkably as #e is able to sing the diatonic scale with a higher level of accuracy. 2=#N has continued to develop #h confidence as a performer. #H vocal skills have also continued to develop as #e is able to sing both the scale and songs with minimal intonation difficulties. During the semester, #e has also been able to identify orchestral instruments both by ear and sight. #H ability to hear and play back short rhythmic patterns has continued to develop. 3=#N is able to sing both the scale and songs with minimal intonation difficulties. #E has also taken an active part in singing and improvisational activities with an impressive level of confidence and independence. With further exposure to performance in the next year level, #h confidence and skills will continue developing. 4=#N has made some improvements in #h singing and listening skills. #E has been able to recognize different characters represented in musical stories. #N is also beginning to remember and perform rhythmic patterns to accompany simple songs on percussion. I am confident that with practice, #e will develop into a more confident performer. COMMENTS: Reception 2016 1=#N has sung with a sense of the awareness of the pulse and control of rhythm. #E can also identify and control the different ways percussion instruments make sounds. #E has been able to identify different Musical instruments both aurally and visually. 2=#N was able to identify instruments and the way their sound can be produced. #E is beginning to sing with control of pitch. #H awareness of melodic shape and rhythm has improved. #E has been able to aurally identify a good number of orchestral instruments 3=#N was able to identify the families of musical instruments and some of the individual members. #H sensitivity to expressive elements; pitch, rhythm and timbre has improved. #E is also able to identify musical instruments used in various songs #e listens to. #E can follow musical stories and responds to musical sound effects employed to express meaning in stories. 4=#N has been able to participate in singing and playing activities. However, #e needs to improve #h awareness of pulse and pitch. #E has been able to handle various musical instruments in the classroom. #E has also been able to identify various musical instruments heard in songs. 5=#N can identify and name classroom instruments. #H singing ability has improved as #e has sung with an awareness of the other performers. #E has also been able to identify different sound sources. #E is able to recall and remember short songs, sequences and patterns of sounds. COMMENTS: Reception December, 2017 1=#N has been able to sing and play rhtymic patterns while following the pulse and listening to #h peers. #E can also identify and control the different ways percussion instruments make sounds. During the semester, #e has been able to identify different orchestral instruments both aurally and visually. 2=#N is able to identify instruments and the way their sound can be produced. #E is also beginning to use #h voice with greater control. #H awareness of melodic shape and rhythm has improved. #E has been able to aurally identify a good number of orchestral instruments. 3=#N has been able to identify some of the musical instruments belonging to the four families of the orchestra. #H sensitivity to expressive elements; pitch, rhythm and timbre has improved. #E is also able to identify musical instruments used in various songs #e listens to. #E can follow musical stories and responds to musical sound effects employed to express meaning. 4=#N has been able to participate in singing and playing activities. However, #e needs to improve #h intonation when using the voice. Exposing #m to more musical stories and singing activities will improve this ability. #E is able to handle various percussion musical instruments in the classroom with care. #E has also been able to identify various musical instruments heard in songs. 5=#N can identify and name most of the classroom instruments. #H singing ability has improved as #e now sings with awareness of the melodic shape of songs. #E has also been able to identify different sounds from different sources. #E is able to recall and recognize themes and characters from musical stories. COMMENTS: Reception December, 2018 1=#N has been able to sing and play rhythmic patterns while following the pulse and listening to #h peers. #E can also identify and control the different ways percussion instruments make sounds. During the semester, #e has been able to identify different orchestral instruments both aurally and visually. #H intonation has improved remarkably as #e is able to consistently sing in pitch. #E has been able to play #h first melody on xylophone. 2=#N is able to identify various orchestral instruments and the way their sound is produced. #E is also beginning to use #h voice with greater confidence and control. #H awareness of melodic shape and rhythm has improved. #E has been able to aurally identify a good number of orchestral instruments. #E has been able to play #h first melody on xylophone. 3=#N has been able to identify some of the musical instruments belonging to the four families of the orchestra. #H sensitivity to expressive elements; pitch, rhythm and timbre has improved. #E is also able to identify musical instruments used in various songs and stories #e listens to. #H ability to perform with others while following a steady beat has improved. #E has been able to play #h first melody on xylophone. 4=#N has improved #h level fo participation during both singing, listening to and playing of musical instruments. However, #e still needs time to further develop #h intonation when using the voice. Exposing #m to more musical stories and singing activities will improve this ability. #E is able to handle various percussion musical instruments in the classroom with care. #E has also been able to identify various musical instruments heard in songs. #E has been introduced to the xylophone. 5=#N can identify and name most of the classroom instruments. #H singing ability has improved as #e now sings with more awareness of the melodic shape in songs. #E has also been able to identify different sounds from different sources. #E is able to recall and recognize themes and characters from musical stories. During the semester, #e has been introduced to the xylophone, an instrument which #e is using to play #h first melodies. 6=#N has made some improvement in #h vocal skills. #E enjoys exploring musical instruments and singing. However, #e needs close supervision in order for #m to complete any task. This semester, #N has been introduced to melody on xylophone. Allowing #m to explore a keyboard or any similar instrument while at home will help build #h confidence and concentration levels. COMMENTS: Reception June, 2017 1=#N has been an enthusiastic learner who takes interest in every music lesson and tries #h best to explore and discover new areas. During the semester, #e has been able to sing the major scale with minimal difficulty. #N's confidence as a performer has improved over the past semester as #e is more aware of other players in the ensemble. #H voice is still developing therefore, exposing #m to musical games and stories will be of great importance. 2=#N is knowledgeable. #E can identify various musical instruments. #E has also been able to improvise basic rhythms on percussion to accompany songs. #E has shown improvement in #h ability to sing in tune. #H confidence as a performer has also improved as #e delights in sharing #h musical skills. I would like #m to continue working hard. 3=#N is a thinker who asks significant questions in order to expand #h understanding. #E has been able to identify different musical instruments both visually and aurally. #N can also recall musical themes and instruments from musical stories. #H ability to memorize and play rhythmic patterns has shown improvement. 4=#N is beginning to use #h voice with more control and awareness of other performers. #E has been able to identify some of the musical instruments used in stories. #H confidence as a performer is gradually improving as #e gets more comfortable to express #s. I would recommend that #e gets opportunities to listen to musical stories and singing activities to help #h develop #h musical skills and knowledge. COMMENTS: Reception June, 2018 1=#N has been an enthusiastic learner who takes interest in every music activity and tries #h best to play #h role. During the semester, #e has been able to sing the major scale with an impressive level of accuracy. #N's confidence as a performer has improved as #e is more aware of other performers and keeps up with time. In order to develop #h musical skills further, exposing #m to musical games and stories will be of great importance. 2=#N is knowledgeable. #E can identify various musical instruments. #E has also been able to improvise basic rhythms on percussion to accompany songs. #E has shown improvement in #h ability to sing in tune. #H confidence as a performer has also improved as #e delights more in sharing #h musical skills. I would like #m to continue working hard. 3=#N is a thinker who asks significant questions in order to expand #h understanding. #E has been able to identify different musical instruments both visually and aurally. #N can also recall melodic musical themes and instruments from musical stories. #H ability to memorize and play back rhythmic patterns has also improvement. 4=#N is beginning to use #h voice with more control and with awareness of other performers. #E has been able to identify some of the musical instruments found in the orchestra. #H confidence as a performer is gradually improving as #e is more comfortable to express #s. I would recommend that #e gets opportunities to listening to musical stories and singing activities. Doing so is likely to help develop #h listening and performance skills. COMMENTS: Reception June, 2019 1=#N has been an enthusiastic learner who takes interest in every music activity and tries #h best to play #h role. During the semester, #e has been able to sing the major scale with an impressive level of accuracy. #N's confidence as a performer has improved as #e is more aware of other performers and keeps up with time. During the semester, #e has been able to confidently use percussion instruments to accompany simple songs. #N is also able to play simple melodies on xylophone. 2=#N is knowledgeable. #E can identify various musical instruments both by ear and sight. #E has also been able to improvise basic rhythms on percussion to accompany songs. #E has shown improvement in #h ability to sing in tune. #H confidence as a performer has also improved as #e delights more in taking up independent parts. #N is also able to play simple melodies on xylophone. I would like #m to continue working hard. 3=#N is a thinker who asks significant questions in order to expand #h understanding. #E has been able to identify different musical instruments both visually and aurally. #N can also recall melodic musical themes and instruments from musical stories. #H ability to memorize and play back rhythmic patterns has also improvement. #N is also able to play simple melodies on xylophone. 4=#N is beginning to use #h voice with more control and awareness of other performers. #E has been able to identify some of the musical instruments found in the orchestra. #H confidence as a performer is gradually improving as #e is more comfortable to express #s. I would recommend that #e gets opportunities to listening to musical stories and singing activities. Doing so is likely to help develop #h listening and performance skills. 5=#N has made some improvements during the semester. #E is able to participate in action songs and loves to explore musical instruments. However, #e still needs to improve resilience when it comes to learning new skills. Exposing #m to musical games, stories and instruments can help develop #h concentration and intrest. COMMENTS: Sample intro sentences 1=#N is an outstanding student who has worked very hard throughout the #Time-period and I expect #m to do well in #h exams next year. 2=#N has had a mixed #Time-period but there are signs of improvement in #h behaviour of late. 3=After a difficult start #N has done some excellent work and is now back on target. A very pleasing #Time-period. Well done #N! 4=#N is a friendly and hard-working member of the class and has put in a steady performance throughout the #Time-period. 5=Overall #N has worked very well but there are a few issues with #h time-keeping and homework that #e needs to address. 6=We have been working on the Environmental Issues module throughout the #Time-period. #N seems to enjoy this topic and has made very pleasing progress. COMMENTS: Sample project-work sentences 1=#E has worked hard this year on all of #h projects but I was especially impressed with the high-quality of #h #Science-topics assignment. 2=Project-work has been done to a minimum standard and is often handed in late. To improve #e needs to #How-to-improve. 3=Although #h #Science-topics project-work was satisfactory, I do expect #m to do more background research next time. 4=#H project-work is always excellent as demonstrated in #h #Science-topics assignment. We were all very impressed with #h creative and entertaining website designs which were an inspiration to the class. 5=#H project-work has varied considerably, however #h highly-imaginative #Science-topics project was excellent and was displayed in reception at the School Open Day. An excellent achievement #N. COMMENTS: Sample summing-up sentences 1=#N always tries #h best and has achieved a well-deserved Level #? overall. An excellent performance, keep it up! 2=#N has reached Level #?. This was #h target and #e should be proud of #s. To ensure #e keeps this up next year #e should #How-to-improve. 3=#N has achieved a Level #? overall. #E often works below #h best and with a little more effort #e could easily reach Level #?. To improve #e should #How-to-improve. 4=#N has not had the best of starts this year and is still working at Level #?. #E rarely completes #h work on time. To achieve more next year #e needs to #How-to-improve. COMMENTS: Year 1 December 1=#N can identify rhythmic patterns, instruments and repetition. #E is also able to identify and control the different ways percussion instruments make sounds. #E can perform long and short sounds in response to symbols. #E has gained confidence in #m voice which #e uses with confidence and control. 2=#N can perform rhythmic patterns by rote as well as with the guidance of symbols. #E has been able to use symbols to create rhythmic patterns. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e can now perform with awareness of expressive elements such as pitch, pulse and rhythm. #E has also been able to sing partner songs more confidently. 3=#N is able to create long and short sounds on instruments. #H knowledge about world music has increased as #e is able to identify instruments from different regions. #E has also been able to use #h voice with more control and awareness of expressive elements. 4=#N has been able to recall and sing melodic themes that make up songs. #E has also improved #h sensitivity to expressive elements such as pitch and rhythm. During performance, #e has been able to perform with awareness of the other performers. #E can also identify some of the musical instruments from cultures other than #h. COMMENTS: Year 1 December 2017 1=#N has been able to use the concept of patterns to compose and perform #h own rhythmic patterns. #E is also able to interpret music notation by performing on percussion instruments. #E. #E has gained confidence in #h voice which #e uses with confidence and control. At this stage, #e will need to focus on deepening #h understanding of pitch. 2=#N can perform rhythmic patterns by rote as well as with the guidance of symbols. #E has been able to use symbols to create and perform rhythmic patterns. #H vocal skill has also improved as #e can now perform with awareness of expressive elements such as pitch, pulse and rhythm. #E has also been able to sing partner songs more confidently. 3=#N is able to interpret basic music notation to perform long and short sounds on percussion instruments. #H knowledge about musical styles has increased as #e is able to identify music from from different from different regions. #E has also been able to use #h voice with more control and confidence. 4=#N has been able to recall and sing melodic themes that make up songs. #E has also improved #h sensitivity to expressive elements such as pitch and rhythm. During performance, #e has been able to perform with awareness of the other performers. #E can also identify some of the musical instruments from cultures other than #h. COMMENTS: Year 1 December 2018 1=#N has been able to use the concept of motif and repetition to compose and perform #h own rhythmic patterns. #E is also able to interpret music notation by playing melodies on percussion instruments. #E has gained confidence in #h voice which #e uses with confidence and control. #E has also made remarkable development in #h appreciation of pitch as #e can sing common melodies in solfege (do re mi). #H development of sight-reading skills has helped #m gain a comfortable level of independence. 2=#N can perform rhythmic patterns by rote as well as with the aid of music notation. #E has been able to use notation to perform melodies and create #h own rhythmic patterns. #H vocal skill has also improved as #e can now sing with more awareness of expressive elements such as pitch, pulse and rhythm. #H level of independence has improved as #e can learn transcribed melodies on tuned percussion with minimal support. 3=#N is able to interpret basic music notation to perform long and short sounds on percussion instruments. #E has also improved #h sight-reading skills as #e can learn new melodies from basic music notation. #H appreciation of world music has developed as #e is able to identify music from different regions. #E has also been able to use #h voice with more control and confidence. 4=#N has been able to recall and sing melodic themes that make up songs. #E has also improved #h sensitivity to expressive elements such as pitch and rhythm. During performance, whether on voice or instruments, #e has been able to perform within regular pulse and with awareness of other performers. #E can also identify some musical instruments from cultures other than #h own. 5=#N has made some improvements this semester. #E is beginning to understanding note values and pitch. #E exhibits this understanding by being able to interpret transcribed melodies and rhythmic patterns using tuned percussion. More exposure to tuned instruments at this stage will help accelerate #h developement of confidence and general appreciation of musical elements. 6=#N is settling well in music. #E is beginning to gain some confidence in #h performance skill. #E has also begun to understand basic music notation and uses it to learn simple melodies. Exposing #h to any tuned instrument at home may help accelerate #h understanding of musical elements such as pitch and rhythm COMMENTS: Year 1 June, 2017 1=#N has made some good strides in music this semester. #E took part in collaborative music making activities in the class orchestra. #E understands basic note values and is able to use it both for composition and performance of rhythmic patterns. #H vocal skills have also developed as #e is able to consistently sing in pitch. During the semester, #e has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. 2=#N has developed #h understanding of rhythm and pitch. #E is able to play basic rhythm by rote and with aid of music notation. #E is also beginning to take control of #h singing voice. #N has been able to identify different musical instruments both visually and aurally. This semester, #e has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. Consequently, #h hand coordination has begun to develop. 3=#N is a knowledgeable learner who exhibits understanding of music concepts. #E is often willing to share #h understanding with #h peers. #E has been actively involved during collaborative performance and #h positive attitude has motivated other learners. #N has been able to identify music from different cultures with their unique musical instruments. #H next target is to further develop #h understanding of notation. 4=#N is beginning to develop #h understanding of note values and uses notation when creating and performing rhythmic patterns. In order to aid the development of #h right and left hand coordination, #N has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. During the semester, #e has been able to identify music from different styles and cultures. 5=#N has improved #h concentration level as #e is more focused and engaged during Music lessons. #E has been able to perform rhythmic patterns by rote. However, there is need to give #m extra help in mastering #h basic note values. #E has also been able to identify music from different ethnic cultures. COMMENTS: Year 1 June, 2018 1=#N has made some good strides in music this semester. #E has exhibits appreciation of collaboration by effectively taking part in the class orchestra performance. #E understands basic note values and is able to use music notation for both composition and performance. #H vocal skills have also developed as #e is able to consistently sing while maintaining the key. During the semester, #e has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. 2=#N has developed #h understanding of rhythm and pitch. #E is able to play both melodic and rhythmic patterns by rote and with aid of music notation. #E is also beginning to take control of #h singing voice. #N has been able to identify different musical instruments both visually and aurally. This semester, #e has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments which #e can now use to read and perform melody. 3=#N is a knowledgeable learner who exhibits understanding of music concepts. #H sight-reading skills have expanded with #h introduction to melodic notation. #E has been actively involved during class orchestra performance and tries #h best to follow performance directions. #N has been able to identify music from different cultures with their unique musical instruments. #H next target is to further develop #h understanding of notation. 4=#N is beginning to develop #h understanding of note values and uses notation when creating and performing rhythmic patterns. In order to aid the development of #h right and left hand coordination, #N has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. During the semester, #e has been able to identify music from different styles and cultures. 5=#N has improved #h concentration level as #e is more focused and engaged during Music lessons. #E has been able to perform both melodic and rhythmic patterns by rote and with aid of music notation. #E has also been able to identify music from different ethnic cultures. However, there is need to give #m extra help in mastering #h basic note values. COMMENTS: Year 1 June, 2019 1=#N has made some good strides in music this semester. #E has exhibited good collaborative skills by effectively taking part in the class ensemble performance. #E understands basic note values and is able to use music notation for both composition and performance. #H vocal skills have also developed as #e is able to consistently sing while maintaining the key. During the semester, #e has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. 2=#N has developed #h understanding of rhythm and pitch. #E is able to play both melodic and rhythmic patterns by rote and with aid of music notation. #E is also beginning to take control of #h singing voice. #N has been able to identify different musical instruments both visually and aurally. This semester, #e has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments which #e can now use to read and perform melody. 3=#N is a knowledgeable learner who exhibits understanding of music concepts. #H sight-reading skills have expanded with #h introduction to melodic notation. #E has been actively involved during class band performance and tries #h best to follow performance directions. #N has been able to identify music from different cultures with its unique musical instruments. #H next target is to further develop #h understanding of notation. 4=#N is beginning to develop #h understanding of note values and uses notation when creating and performing rhythmic patterns. In order to aid the development of #h right and left hand coordination, #N has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. During the semester, #e has been able to identify music from different styles and cultures. 5=#N has improved #h concentration level as #e is more focused and engaged during Music lessons. #E has been able to perform both melodic and rhythmic patterns by rote and with aid of music notation. #E has also been able to identify music from different ethnic cultures. However, there is need to give #m extra help in mastering #h basic note values. COMMENTS: Year 2 December 1=#N can identify and control the different ways percussion instruments make sounds. #E is also able to keep a sturdy pulse and improvise rhythmic patterns. Over the past semester, #e has also been able to use #h voice with greater control. #E knowledge of music notation has also developed as #e is able to compose and perform rhythmic patterns using notation. 2=#N has been able use #h voice with more control and awareness of expressive elements and melodic shape. #E has also been able compose and perform basic rhythmic patterns using traditional music notation. #H confidence during performance has also continued to develop. I am hoping that #e will continue to develop #h vocal intonation as well as sight-reading skills in the next semester. 3=#N can perform long and short sounds in response to symbols. #E has also been able to use basic syllabic notation to create and perform rhythmic patterns. #H ability to hear and discriminate various pitch levels in a melody has improved as #e is more often able to sing in correct pitch. 4=#N has developed #h understanding of rhythm and pitch. #E is able to play basic rhythm by rote and #e has also begun to take control of #h voice through singing. #H has been able to identify music from various regions of the world. #H next target is to be able to interpret and perform rhythm from basic notation. COMMENTS: Year 2 December, 2017 1=#N can use percussion instruments to interpret both melodic and rhythmi themes. #E is also able to keep a steady pulse and improvise rhythmic patterns over simple songs. Over the past semester, #e has also been able to use #h voice with greater control. #H knowledge of music notation has also developed as #e is able to compose and perform rhythmic and rhythmic patterns using notation. #E has lately, developed special interest in xylophones and piano. 2=#N has been able use #h voice with more control and awareness of expressive elements and melodic shape. #E has also been able compose and perform basic rhythmic and melodic patterns using traditional and non-traditional music notation. #H confidence during performance has also continued to develop. I hope #e will continue to develop #h vocal intonation as well as sight-reading skills in the next semester. 3=#N can perform long and short sounds in response to symbols. #E has also been able to use basic notation to create and perform rhythmic and melodic patterns. #H ability to hear and discriminate various pitch levels in a melody has improved as #e is more often able to identify songs by examining their melodic shape on graphic notation. 4=#N has improved #h understanding of rhythm and pitch. #E is now able to play basic rhythmic and melodic pattern by rote. #E has also begun to take more control of #h voice through singing. #H has also been able to identify music from various regions of the world. #H next target is to develop #h understanding of music notation. COMMENTS: Year 2 December, 2018 1=#N can use percussion instruments to interpret music notation when playing both melodic and rhythmic themes. #E is also able to keep a steady beat while improvising rhythmic patterns over simple songs. During the semester, #e has been able to use #h voice with greater control and confidence. #H knowledge of music notation has developed as #e is able to compose and perform rhythmic and melodic patterns using notation. #H descrimination of pitch has also developed remarkably. 2=#N has been able use #h voice with more control and awareness of expressive elements and melodic shape. #E has also been able to compose and perform rhythmic and melodic patterns using traditional and non-traditional music notation. #H confidence during performance has also continued to develop. #N has a special ability in pitch recognition as #e can easilly identify the intervals found a melody and sing them to solfege syllables. 3=#N has improved #h ability to read and interpret music notation. #E is able to learn new melodies on tuned percussion by reading music notation. #E has also been able to use notation to create and perform rhythmic and melodic patterns. #H ability to hear and discriminate various pitches in a melody has improved as #e is able to sing some songs using solfege (do re me). 4=#N has improved #h understanding of rhythm and pitch. #E is now able to play basic rhythmic and melodic pattern by rote and with the aid of basic music notation. #E has also begun to take more control of #h voice when singing as #e is more aware of melodic shape. #E has also improved #h ability to play in ensemble as #e keeps a steady beat most of the time. However, #e will need to improve #h resilience. #H needs to be encouraged to stay on task during tasks. 5=#N is settling in Music quite well. #E is beginning to use interpret and perform basic rhythmic patterns transcribed in notation. #E is also biginning to understand the concept of pitch as #e is now able to use tuned percussion instruments to play melodies. #E will need encouragement in order for #m to stay focused throughout given tasks. COMMENTS: Year 2 June, 2017 1=#N has been an excellent music student. #E is a thinker who takes time to interpret musical notation with minimal support. #E has been a risk-taker always willing to share #h musical skill with the class. #H skill on the violin has continued to blossom to the inspiration of other learners. I trust that #e will continue to work hard even in the next year level. 2=#N has been an inquirer who constantly asks significant questions in order to expand #h knowledge and skills. During the semester, #N has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. #E finds boom whackers and xylophone interesting. While using tuned instruments, #e has been able to improvise melodic patterns. I am confident that #N has a firm foundation for the next stage of development. 3=#N has made some good strides this semester. #H sight-reading skills have improved as #e better interprets the note values. #E has been excited to work with other learners in music making and has made positive contributions to the class band. During the semester, #N has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments. #E uses these instruments to play some interesting animal songs as well as improvises #h own melodies. The next target is for #m to further develop #h ensemble skills. 4=#N is beginning to develop #h sight-reading skills. #H understanding of note values has improved as #e can now use basic notation to interpret musical ideas. #H control and care for musical instruments has been impressive as #e better understands how they function. This could be a good stage to consider enrolling #m into regular lessons on an instrument of #h choice. 5=#N has made some improvements this semester. #E is more willing to work with other learners and does #h part faithfully. Such commitment is very encouraging for #h future learning. This semester, #N has been introduced to more tuned percussion instruments such as bells and xylophones. I am hopeful that #h understanding of pitch and rhythm will continue to develop, consequently. COMMENTS: Year 2 June, 2018 1=#N has been an excellent music student. #E is a thinker who pays attention to musical expressive elements and performs melodies with the aid of music notation. #E has been a risk-taker very often willing to take up solo performance parts to a wide range of audiences . #H skills on voice and the xylophones have continued to develop to the inspiration of #h peers. I trust that #e will develop into an excellent performer if #e stays committed to learning in the next Year level. 2=#N has been an inquirer who constantly asks significant questions in order to expand #h knowledge and skills. During the semester, #N has used tuned percussion instruments to read and perform melodic and rhythmic themes. #E finds boom whackers and xylophone interesting and has used them to improvise melodic patterns. I am confident that #N has built a firm foundation for the next stage of development. 3=#N has made some good strides this semester. #H sight-reading skills have improved as #e better interprets music notation. #E has been excited to work with other learners in music making and has made positive contributions to the class ensembles. During the semester, #N has used tuned percussion instruments to read and perform melodies as well as improvise #h own. The next target is for #m to further develop #h ensemble skills. 4=#N has improved #h sight-reading skills as #e is able to use tuned instruments to perform melodies from music notation. #H understanding of note values has also improved as #e can now use basic notation to sketch musical ideas. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is able to listen to other performers and keep #h voice in key. 5=#N has made some improvements this semester. #E is more willing to work with other learners and does #h part faithfully. #H sight-reading skills are also improving as #e now understands the different note values. #N has been introduced to tuned percussion instruments such as bells and xylophones. These instruments have helped #m to further understand the concept of melody. COMMENTS: Year 2 June, 2019 1=#N has been an excellent music student. #E is a thinker who pays attention to musical expressive elements and performs melodies with the aid of music notation. #E has been a risk-taker very often willing to take up solo performance parts to a wide range of audiences . #H skills on voice and the xylophones have continued to develop to the inspiration of #h peers. I trust that #e will develop into an excellent performer if #e stays committed to learning in the next Year level. 2=#N has been an inquirer who constantly asks significant questions in order to expand #h knowledge and skills. During the semester, #N has used tuned percussion instruments to read and perform melodies and accompaniment. #E finds ukulele and xylophone interesting and has used them during orchestra performance. #H collaborative skills have developed as #e enjoys working with the peers. I am confident that #N has built a firm foundation for the next stage of development. 3=#N has made some good strides this semester. #H sight-reading skills have improved as #e better interprets music notation and expressive elements. #E has been excited to work with other learners in music making and has made positive contributions to the class ensembles. During the semester, #N has used tuned percussion instruments to read and perform melodies as well as improvise #h own. The next goal may be for #m to further develop #h ensemble skills. 4=#N has improved #h sight-reading skills as #e is able to use tuned instruments to perform melodies from music notation. #H understanding of note values has also improved as #e can now use basic notation to sketch musical ideas. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is able to listen to other performers and keep #h voice in key. During the semester, #e has enjoyed working as part of the orchestra as #e played #h part diligently. 5=#N has made some improvements this semester. #E is more willing to work with other learners and plays #h part with greater focus and determination. #H sight-reading skills are also improving as #e now better understands melodic shape and rhythm. #N has been introduced to the ukulele besides the percussion instruments #e has been playing in the past. These instruments have helped #m to further understand the concept of collaboration in performance. COMMENTS: Year 3 December 1=#N has been a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E has been able to identify musical styles and assign mood to different music employing different expressive musical elements. #E has been able to creatively use different percussion instruments to communicate musical ideas. #H vocal skills have also developed remarkably. #H ensemble skills have also developed as #e follows pulse and beat while playing with others. 2=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #E has been able to use musical instruments and voice to explore, discover and share musical ideas. #E has been able to interpret music notation through performance on tuned musical instruments. 3=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and has the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch which allows #h to function effectively in the ensemble. #E has been able to explore different ways to communicate ideas through the use of the voice and musical instruments. At this stage, I would like #h to further develop #h sight-reading skills. 4=#N has been a confident student who is eager to learn new ways of communicating musical ideas. #E has developed collaborative skills which allow #m to participate in ensemble performance. #H has also developed the ability to perform accurately and confidently, making expressive use of musical elements. I would like #m to futher build #h sight-reading skills as #h next target. This will give #h a greater level of independence and confidence. 5=#N is a thinker who exercises initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and makes reasoned decisions. #E has developed #h skills on tuned and percussion instruments and #h ensemble skills have also improved. At this stage, I would like #h to strengthen #h sight-reading and vocal skills. 6=#N has made some improvements this semester as #e better understands music notation and uses it to create and perform basic rhythmic and melodic themes. At this stage, #e needs to be encouraged to practice more of #h sight-reading and notation skills. Doing so will give #m a desirable level of independence. COMMENTS: Year 3 December, 2017 1=#N has been a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E has been able to identify musical styles and assign mood to different music employing different expressive musical elements. #E has been able to creatively use different percussion instruments to communicate musical ideas. #H vocal skills have also developed remarkably. #H ensemble skills have also developed as #e follows pulse and beat while playing with others. 2=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #E has been able to use musical instruments and voice to explore, discover and share musical ideas. #E has been able to interpret music notation through performance on tuned musical instruments. 3=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and has the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch which allows #h to function effectively in the ensemble. #E has been able to explore different ways to communicate ideas through the use of the voice and musical instruments. At this stage, I would like #h to further develop #h sight-reading skills. 4=#N has been a confident student who is eager to learn new ways of communicating musical ideas. #E has developed collaborative skills which allow #m to participate in ensemble performance. #H has also developed the ability to perform accurately and confidently, making expressive use of musical elements. I would like #m to futher build #h sight-reading skills as #h next target. This will give #h a greater level of independence and confidence. 5=#N is a thinker who exercises initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and makes reasoned decisions. #E has developed #h skills on tuned and percussion instruments and #h ensemble skills have also improved. At this stage, I would like #h to strengthen #h sight-reading and vocal skills. 6=#N has made some improvements this semester as #e better understands music notation and uses it to create and perform basic rhythmic and melodic themes. At this stage, #e needs to be encouraged to practice more of #h sight-reading and notation skills. Doing so will give #m a desirable level of independence. COMMENTS: Year 3 December, 2018 1=#N has been a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E has been able to identify musical styles and assign mood to different music employing different expressive musical elements. #E has been able to creatively use various instruments to communicate musical ideas. #H vocal and ensemble skills have developed remarkably as #e follows pulse and beat while performing with others. 2=#N is a resilient learner who works with determination to complete learning tasks. #E understands #h role in the learning process and takes action to develop #h skills and knowledge. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly. #E has been able to use musical instruments and voice to explore, discover and share musical ideas. #E has been able to interpret music notation through performance on tuned musical instruments. 3=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and has the independence of spirit to explore new roles in the Music class. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch which allows #h to function effectively in the ensemble. #H skill on the recorder has improved as #e can easly move #h fingers from one note to the other. 4=#N has been a confident student who is eager to learn new ways of communicating musical ideas. #E has developed collaborative skills which allow #m to participate in ensemble performance. #H skill on recorder has also improved as #e moves #h fingers with greater agility. Moving foward, I would like #m to futher build #h sight-reading skill. This will give #h a greater level of independence and confidence. 5=#N has made some improvements this semester as #e better understands music notation and uses it to create and perform basic rhythmic and melodic patterns. At this stage, #e needs to be encouraged to practice more of #h sight-reading and notation skills. The recorder is a great instrument to develop this skill. #E will also need to encouragement to improve #h level of resilience when approaching new learning tasks. COMMENTS: Year 3 June, 2017 1=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #N has the ability to use different musical instruments to communicate #h ideas. #H vocal skills have developed remarkably and #e has also developed good ensemble skills through collaborative music making. #E has gained confidence to read and interpret music notation. 2=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly. #E has been able to use musical instruments and voice to explore, discover and share musical ideas. #E has actively taken part in rehearsal and performance during the concert by playing #h part confidently. However, I would like #m to focus on developing #h sight-reading skills as #h next target. 3=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and has the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch which allows #m to function effectively in the ensemble. #E has been able to explore different ways to communicate ideas through the use of voice and musical instruments. At this stage, I would like #m to develop #h sight-reading skills. 4=#N is a principled student who acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of #h fellow learners. #E has shown improvement in #h vocal skills and #h confidence as a performer has also developed. #N has been introduced to the first notes on the recorder. #H aim now should be to improve #h sight-reading skills as well as develop #h general musicianship. 5=#N is knowledgeable and explores musical concepts and ideas. In so doing, #e has acquired in-depth knowledge and skills. #E has developed remarkable vocal skills and has often been a motivation to other learners. #N explores different musical ways to communicate #h ideas. #H ability to read basic music notation has given #m a good level of independence. At this level, I would like #m to build #h sight-reading skills through the use any tuned musical instrument of #h interest. 6=#N has been a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. #E has a personal commitment to learning and acts to make a positive difference. #N has explored different ways to communicate ideas through the use of musical instruments and voice. #E has been introduced to the recorder. The aim of introducing #m to this instrument is to build #h sight-reading skills and general understanding of musical notation. 7=#N has been a confident learner who is eager to learn new ways of communicating musical ideas. #E has developed collaborative skills which allow #m to participate in ensemble performance. #H understanding of music notation has developed and #e is able to use it for performance as well as for composition. At this stage, I would like #m to consider choosing a musical instrument that #e will specialize in. 8=#N has made some improvement this semester. #E is more willing to work with peers and tries to make #h contribution. #E has also been able to interpret basic music notation while working with tuned percussion instruments. #H next target should be to build sight-reading and notation skills. #E will also need to improve organizational skills as #e often takes time to settle on tasks. 9=#N has improved #h collaborative skills. #E is more willing to work with other learners than before. #E has been able to interpret music notation and discover new melodies on xylophone. #E has also become more tolerant towards other learners' needs and feelings. At this stage, it may be a good idea to enroll #m into a regular instrument class. Doing so will build #h organizational skills and ultimately boost #h interest in Music. 10=#N has had a better semester in Music. #E is able to tolerate the loud sound of musical instruments during rehearsals. #E has also been able to ask for help during tasks. This positive attitude towards learning promises a brighter future for #h learning. At this stage, it may be a good idea to enroll #m into a regular piano course. Such an activity can improve #h concentration and general appreciation of Music. 11=#N is a musically gifted learner. With #h limitation in the English language, #e has learned #h basic notation and uses it to perform melodic and rhythmic patterns. I trust that, given ample time to settle, #e will be able to fully express #s in Music. COMMENTS: Year 3 June, 2018 1=#N is a resilient learner who is often determined to complete tasks. During the semester, #e has expanded #h understanding of music notation by using it for both performance and composition. #E has also shown a high level of interest in the xylophone. While using tuned instruments, #e has been able to independently, learn new melodies. #N's vocal skills have also developed impressively as #e is able to sing the scale and it's intervals with a higher level of accuracy. 2=#N has continued to expand #h understanding of music notation. #E has been able to use tuned musical instruments to interpret both melodic and rhythmic themes with a minimal level of support. #H sensitivity to pitch has also continued to develop as #e is now able to sing the major scale and it's intervals with fewer intonation challenges. At this stage, it is critically important that #e masters the note values and the treble staff. doing so will help speed up #h development of sight-readi 3=#N is beginning to use music notation and musical instruments with a higher level of confidence and accuracy. #E is also more willing to work with #h peers during composition and performance. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is more often, able to sing in key. At this stage, it is important for #m to master the note values as well as the notes of the treble staff to help #m build sight-reading skills. 4=#N has made some improvement in #h understanding of music notation. #E is more confident to use notation while using musical instruments. #H vocal skills are equally improving as #e is more sensitive to pitch while singing with others. However, it is important at this stage for #m to master note values as well as the treble staff. Doing will help #m function more effectively in ensembles. 5=#N has made some improvement this semester. #E is more willing to work with peers and tries to make #h contribution. #E has also been able to interpret basic music notation while working with tuned percussion instruments. #H next target should be to further build sight-reading and notation skills. #E will also need to improve #h resilience to be able to stay on task longer. COMMENTS: Year 3 June, 2019 1=#N is an excellent inquirer who is often determined to understand concepts and complete tasks. During the semester, #e has expanded #h understanding of music notation and used it to aid performance. #E has also demonstrated great skill development in ____, an instrument in which #e has high interest, commitment and determination to learn. Enrolling #m in a regular music extra-curricular activity (ECA) for this instrument will offer #m opportunities for contued growth. 2=#N has continued making good strides in both #h musical knowledge and skills. During the semester, #e has worked both independently and with ensemble to perform music. #H confidence on stage has also developed as #e is more willing to take up solo parts. #N has been introduced to the __, an instrument for which #e has so far laid a good foundation. Offering #h more opportunities on the instrument will be of great benefit for #h continued growth. 3=#N has continued to expand #h understanding of music notation. #E has been able to use tuned musical instruments to interpret both melodic and rhythmic themes with minimal support. #H sensitivity to pitch has also continued to develop as #e is able to sing the major scale and its intervals with less intonation challenges. #N has also been introduced to the ____, an instrument in which #e has expressed great interest and commitment. 4=#N is beginning to use music notation and musical instruments with a higher level of confidence and accuracy. #E is also more willing to work with #h peers during both rehearsal and performance. #H vocal skills have also improved as #e is able to sustain longer melodic passages with fairly good intonation. During the semester, #N has been introduced to the _____. In order to further develop #h skills in this instrument, 5=#N has made some improvement in #h musical skills and knowledge this semester. #E is more confident to participate in ensemble during both rehearsal and practice. #H sight-reading and performance skills have also improved, During the semester, #N has been introduced to the _______, an instrument #e handles with confidence and determination. In order to further expand #h skills in the instrument, 6=#N has made some improvement this semester. #E is more willing to work with peers and tries to make #h contribution. #E has also been able to interpret basic music notation while working with tuned percussion instruments. #H next target should be to further build sight-reading and notation skills. #E will also need to improve #h resilience to be able to stay on task longer. during the semester, #e has been introduced to the ____. In order to accelerate the development of #h musical skills, 7=it would be beneficial to enroll #m in a regular musical extra-curricular activity (ECA) available. Doing so will help accelerate the development of this skill. COMMENTS: Year 4 December 1=#N has been very hard working in music. #E has developed excellent ensemble skills which allow #h to rehearse and perform with others with minimal supervision. #E has improved #h skills on xylophone and #h keyboard skills are coming up very well. At this point, I would recommend that #h starts a regular course on a tuned instruments such as piano or guitar. This will accelerate #h sight-reading skill and #h general musicianship. 2=#N has been a caring student who shows respect and kindness toward other learners. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. #E has been able to interpret and perform from basic music notation. #H next target is to expand #h understanding of the treble staff. I would also like #h to develop more confidence in performance. 3=#N's interest in music has late developed remarkably. #E likes performing and #e has been committed to rehearsal. This desire to share #h knowledge and skills is an essential trait in music making. At this stage, I would recommend that #e joins a regular class in an instrument of #h choice. This will expand #h performance opportunities. It will also develop #h creativity and sight-reading skills. 4=#N has made some improvement this semester in Music. #E has been able to compose and perform using basic music notation. #E has also been working hard in developing #h voice through singing. #H next target is to use the treble staff more fluently. #E can also accelerate #h mastery of the treble staff through performance on the recorder or any other tuned instrument. COMMENTS: Year 4 December 2017 1=#N has greatly developed #h commitment to music. #E has also developed excellent ensemble skills which allow #m to rehearse and perform with others with minimal supervision. #E has improved #h skills on xylophone and #h keyboard skills are coming up very well. At this point, I would recommend that #h starts a regular course on a tuned instruments such as piano or guitar. This will accelerate #h sight-reading skill and #h general musicianship. 2=#N has been a caring student who shows respect and kindness toward other learners. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. #E has been able to interpret and perform from basic music notation. #H next target is to expand #h understanding of the treble staff. I would also like #h to develop more confidence in performance. 3=#N's interest in music has developed remarkably. #E likes performing and #e has been committed to rehearsal. This desire to share #h knowledge and skills is an essential trait in music making. At this stage, I would recommend that #e joins a regular class in an instrument of #h choice. This will expand #h performance opportunities. It will also develop #h creativity and sight-reading skills. 4=#N has made some improvement this semester in Music. #E has been able to read and perform using basic music notation. #E has also been working hard in developing #h voice through singing. #H next target is to use the treble staff more fluently. #E can also accelerate #h mastery of the treble staff through performance on the recorder or any other tuned instrument. COMMENTS: Year 4 December 2018 1=#N has greatly developed #h commitment to music. #E has developed excellent ensemble skills which allow #m to rehearse and perform with others under minimal support and supervision. #H skills on xylophone and ukulele have equally improved as #e is able to learn from notation and chord frames. Encouraging #m to spend more time practicing #h instruments will not only develop #h playing technique but also increase #h knowledge and understanding of music notation. 2=#N has been a caring student who shows respect and kindness toward other learners. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. During the semester, #e has been introduced to more musical instruments and ranging from ukulele to xylophones. #H ability to follow a steady beat while performing has allowed #m to perform in class ensembles. #H understanding of music notation has also improved as #e is able to learn melodies with a higher level of independence. 3=#N's interest in music has developed remarkably. #E likes performing and has shown commitment to rehearsal. During the semester, #e has been introduced to more musical instruments one of them being the ukulele, an instrument which #e seems to like. At this stage, I would recommend that #e spends more time practicing #h instrument and sharpening #h sight-reading skills. Joining a regular instrument class can help accelarate the development of #h general musical skills 4=#N has made some good strides in music this semester. #E is clearly more aware of #h learning needs and takes deliberate action to improve #h understanding and skill. #E has lately shown special interest in xylophone and the ukulele. #N has also been able to work with peers during rehearsal and performance. #E understands the value of practice as a means to a successful performance. It would be of a great benefit at this stage, to enroll #m in a regular instrument course. 5=#N is an enthusiastic learner who shows a positive attitude towards learning. #E enjoys working with peers and tries to make #h contribution. During the semester, #e has shown special interest in the guitar. #H vocal abilities have also improved. However, #e still needs to develop resilience. #E needs to understands that learning to play an instrument takes effort and commitment. #E usually takes more time than necessary to settle on tasks. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class will help. 6=#N has been showing some improvements in #h concentration and resilience in Music. #E has been able to stay on task longer than before. #E has also displayed some special ability in improvisation. However, #e does not enjoy writing down #h ideas for future reference. I hope to see further improvement in the next semester. COMMENTS: Year 4 June, 2017 1=#N has been a knowledgeable and caring student who understands #h role in the music classroom. #E asks significant questions in order to expand #h knowledge and understanding. During the semester, #e has improved #h sight-reading skills and #e is able to perform from music notation. #H skill and confidence in the xylopnone has continued to grow. I trust that #h interest and commitment to learning will be sustained throughout #h learning journey. 2=#N is a knowledgeable learner who explores musical concepts and ideas. In doing so, #e has acquired in-depth knowledge and skills in Music. #N has a good ear for pitch and rhythm which allows #m to improvise impressive melodic and rhythmic ideas. #E has also found ways of expression through the use of #h voice. However, #e still needs to build #h sight-reading skills. Enrolling #m into a regular piano class will definitely help accelerate #h intrinsic musical abilities. 3=#N has been a committed learner who understands #h role in the Music classroom. #H collaborative skills have developed as #e is able to work with others in the music making process. #E has developed excellent ensemble skills which allow #m to rehearse and perform with others under minimal supervision. #E has remarkably improved #h skills on xylophone. At this point, I would recommend #e starts regular piano course. This will accelerate the development of #h performance skills. 4=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly. During the semester, #h has gained confidence in #h voice and has been able to perform as soloist. #E has also taken time to study how different types of musical instruments function. At this stage, I would like #m to focus on a musical instrument of #h choice. 5=#N has been a caring student who shows respect and kindness toward other learners. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. #E has been able to interpret and perform basic music notation. #H ensemble-skills have improved as #e understands the different roles other performers play. #H next target is to expand knowledge and understanding of music notation. Enrolling #m into a regular instrument class will, at this stage, help accelerate the development of #h skills. 6=#N has made some improvement this semester in Music. #E is able to interpret basic music notation through performance. #E is also beginning to develop #h ensemble skills through collaborative music making activities. At this stage, I would recommend #e enrolls for a regular class in an instrument of #h choice. Doing so is likely to boost #h interest. COMMENTS: Year 4 June, 2018 1=#N is a knowledgeable learner who explores musical concepts and ideas. In doing so, #e has acquired in-depth knowledge and skills in Music. #N has a good ear for pitch and rhythm which allows #m to improvise impressive melodic and rhythmic ideas. #E has also found creative ways of expression through the use of #h voice. However, #e still needs to improve #h sight-reading skills. Enrolling #m in a regular piano class will definitely help accelerate development of #h intrinsic musical abilities. 2=#N is a resilient learner who work with a level of determination to complete tasks. #H collaborative skills have developed as #e is able to work with others with an open-mind. #N has developed excellent ensemble skills which allow #m to rehearse and perform with others under minimal supervision. #E has remarkably improved #h skills on xylophone. At this point it would be beneficial to start #m on another musical instrument. This will accelerate the development of #h performance skills. 3=#N is a responsible learner who understands #h role in the music classroom. #E asks significant questions in order to expand #h knowledge and understanding. During the semester, #e has continued developing #h sight-reading skills. #H skills have continued to develop as #e can more comfortably use the xylophone for improvising. At this stage, it is important for #N to focus on strengthening #h understanding of note values and the treble stave. Doing so will also improve #h sight-reading. 4=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys collaboration and works effectively to achieve desired goals. During the semester, #h has gained confidence in #h voice and has been able to perform solo parts. While studying how different types of musical instruments function, #e got interested in the piano. At this stage, it may be beneficial to start #m on a regular piano course. Doing so will widen #h performance opportunities. 5=#N has been a caring student who shows respect and kindness toward other learners. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. #E has been able to interpret and perform basic music notation. #H ensemble-skills have improved as #e understands the different roles other performers play. #H next target is to expand knowledge and understanding of music notation. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class will, at this stage, help accelerate the development of #h skills. 6=#N has made some improvement this semester. #E is able to interpret basic music notation through performance. #E is also beginning to develop #h ensemble skills as #e pays more attention to how #h part fits into the overall performance. At this stage, it would be beneficial to enroll #m in a regular class for an instrument of #h choice. Doing so is likely to boost #h interest and resilience. #E will also develop understanding of various expressive musical elements. COMMENTS: Year 4 June, 2019 1=#N is an enthusiastic learner who explores musical concepts and skills with passion. In doing so, #e has acquired in-depth knowledge and skills in Music. #N has a good ear for pitch and rhythm which allows #m to improvise impressive melodic and rhythmic ideas. #E has also found creative ways of expression through the use of #h voice. During the past semester, #e has greatly developed #h skill in the ___, an instruments which #e has used to perform in the ensemble with great care and control. 2=#N is a resilient learner who work with great determination to complete tasks. #H collaborative skills have developed as #e is able to open-mindedly, work with the peers. #N has developed excellent ensemble skills which allow #m to rehearse and perform with under minimal supervision. #E has remarkably improved #h skills on xylophone and ukulele. At this point it would be beneficial to start #m on another musical instrument extra-curricular activities (ECA). 3=#N is a responsible learner who understands #h role in the music classroom. #E asks significant questions in order to expand #h knowledge and understanding. During the semester, #e has continued developing #h sight-reading skills. #H performance skills have continued to develop as #e can more comfortably use instruments for improvising. At this stage, it is important for #N to focus on strengthening #h understanding of music notation. 4=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys collaboration and works effectively to achieve desired goals. During the semester, #e has gained confidence in #h performance skills and has taken up solo parts. #E has expressed keen interest in percussion instruments which in turn has helped #m develop excellent taste for rhythm and good hand coordination. I hope #e will continue developing in this right direction. 5=#N is caring student who shows respect and empathy toward other learners. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. In Music #e has been able to interpret and perform basic music notation. #H ensemble-skills have also improved as #e understands #h role in performance. #H next target is to expand knowledge and understanding of music notation. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class, at this stage, can also help accelerate the development of #h skills. 6=#N has continued improving #h knowledge and musical skills during the semester. #E works effectively with #h peers and accommodates divergent views. #E is able to interpret and perform from basic music notation. #H ensemble-skills have also improved as #e understands #h role in performance. #H next target is to expand knowledge and understanding of music notation. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class, at this stage, can also help accelerate the development of #h skills. 7=#N has made some improvement this semester. #E is beginning to better understand music notation through performance. #E has also shown some interest in the ukulele and has just learnt #h first few chords. However, #e still needs to further build #h resilience when it comes to practicing. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class during after school extra-curricular activities (ECA) has the potential to accelerate the development of fine motor and cognitive skills. 8=#N has made some improvement this semester. #E is beginning to better understand music notation through performance. #E has also shown some interest in the ukulele and has just learnt #h first few chords. However, #e still needs to further build #h resilience when it comes to practicing. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class during after school extra-curricular activities (ECA) has the potential to accelerate the development of fine motor and cognitive skills. 9=#N has settled very well in Music. #E has been willing to learn new skills on both the xylophone and ukulele. #E has also shown a high level of commitment in during both rehearsal and performance. However, #e will need to firm up #h understanding of music notation as #h next target in the next year. It would also be highly beneficial to enroll #m in a musical extra curricular activity in the next semester. I wish #m well as #e faces new learning experiences at a higher grade level. COMMENTS: Year 5 December 1=#N is a principled student who acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of #h fellow learners. #H vocal and notation skills have developed remarkably as #e is able to use notation for both composition and performance. #E is also able to sing in accurate pitch and #h ability to do so has been of great benefit to the class. At this stage, #e is ready to take a regular class in an instrument of #h choice. 2=#N is a knowledgeable and principled student who understands #h role in class. This semester, #e has been able to read and interpret basic musical notation as well as using the stave to compose and perform simple melodic ideas. #E completes all #h work on time and works well with #h peers to achieve a common goal. #E has been interested in learning the piano. I hope #e will continue working hard even in the next semester. 3=#N has been a risk-taker as well as a knowledgeable student. #E has the courage to take up new roles and uses appropriate vocabulary to express #h ideas. #E has been able to compose and perform simple melodies on the treble staff. #E also responds well to rhythmic dictation with reasonable precision. However, #e still needs some time to establish #h ability to compose and perform using the treble staff. I wish #m good luck in the next semester. 4=#N is an enthusiastic learner. #E is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly with others learners. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch. In class, #e has been able to play the piano with reasonable agility and precision. However, #e needs more sight-reading exercises. That will equip #m with more independence and musical enjoyment. 5=#N has improved #h musical skills this semester. #E has been able to identify most of the notes of the treble staff and well as note values. However, #h ability to use music notation for both composition and performance needs more attention in the next semester. Introducing #m to a tuned instrument of #h choice at this stage may help raise #h interest and general musical appreciation. 6=#N is an enthusiastic learner. #E is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly with others learners. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch. However, #e needs more sight-reading exercises. That will equip #m with more independence and musical enjoyment. COMMENTS: Year 5 December, 2017 1=#N is a principled student who acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of #h fellow learners. #H vocal and notation skills have developed remarkably as #e is able to use notation for both composition and performance. #E is also able to sing in accurate pitch and #h ability to do so has been of great benefit to the class. At this stage, #e is ready to take a regular class in an instrument of #h choice. 2=#N is a knowledgeable and principled student who understands #h role in class. This semester, #e has been able to read and interpret basic musical notation as well as use the stave to compose and perform simple melodic ideas. #E completes all #h work on time and works well with #h peers to achieve a common goal. #E has been interested in learning the piano. I hope #e will continue working hard even in the next semester. 3=#N has been a risk-taker as well as a knowledgeable student. #E has the courage to take up new roles and uses appropriate vocabulary to express #h ideas. #E has been able to compose and perform simple melodies on the treble staff. #E also responds well to rhythmic dictation with reasonable precision. However, #e still needs some time to establish #h ability to compose and perform using the treble staff. I wish #m good luck in the next semester. 4=#N is an enthusiastic learner. #E is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly with others learners. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch. In class, #e has been able to play the piano with reasonable agility and precision. However, #e needs more sight-reading exercises. That will equip #m with more independence and musical enjoyment. 5=#N has improved #h musical skills this semester. #E has been able to identify most of the notes of the treble staff as well as note values. However, #h ability to use music notation for both composition and performance needs more attention in the next semester. Introducing #m to a tuned instrument of #h choice at this stage may help raise #h interest and general musical appreciation. 6=#N is an enthusiastic learner. #E is a communicator who expresses ideas and information confidently. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly with others learners. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch. In class, #e has shown interest in playing the piano. However, #e needs more sight-reading exercises. That will equip #m with more independence and musical enjoyment. 7=#N is a knowledgeable and principled student who understands #h role in class. This semester, #e has been able to read and interpret basic musical notation as well as use the stave to compose and perform simple melodic ideas. #E completes all #h work on time and works well with #h peers to achieve a common goal. #E has been willing to share #h violin skills in class. However, I would like #m to take up more performing opportunities in the near future. COMMENTS: Year 5 December, 2018 1=#N is a principled student who acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of #h fellow learners. #H vocal and notation skills have developed remarkably as #e is able to use notation for both composition and performance. #E is also able to sing in accurate pitch and #h ability to do so has been of great inspiration to #h peers. At this stage, it would be great for #m to increase practice time in order to sharpen #h sight-reading skills. 2=#N is a knowledgeable and principled student who understands #h role in class. This semester, #e has been able to read and interpret musical notation as well as use the stave to compose and perform simple melodic themes. #E has also developed great communication and social skills which allows #h to function effectively in ensemble. Keeping #h in the regular piano class will help expand #h general musical skills and knowledge. 3=#N is a knowledgeable and principled student who understands #h role in class. This semester, #e has been able to read and interpret musical notation as well as use the stave to compose and perform simple melodic themes. #E has also developed great communication and social skills which allows #h to function effectively in ensemble. Getting #m into a regular piano or guitar class may help expand #h general musical skills and knowledge. 4=#N has been a risk-taker as well as a knowledgeable student. #E has the courage to take up new roles and uses #h social skills to collaborate with peers in ensemble. #H notation skills have improved as #e is able to compose and perform simple melodies on the treble staff. #H understanding of note values has also improved as #e is able to transcribe simple rhythmic patterns played to #m. Enrolling #m in a regular instrument class may help improve #h general musicianship. 5=#N is an enthusiastic learner who takes keen interest in every learning opportunity. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly with peers to complete tasks. #E has developed a good ear for rhythm and pitch as seen through #h ability to transcribe melodic and rhythmic themes. #E has express great interest in piano. However, #e needs more sight-reading exercises in order to increase #h independence and general musical enjoyment. 6=#N has made some improvements in developing #h musical skills and knowledge. #E has been able to identify most of the notes of the treble staff as well as use note values to create rhythmic patterns. #H collaborative skills have also improved as #e adds value to group work. However, #e will still needs to work hard in mastering #h music notation and sight-reading skills. #N also easilly gets distracted by #h peers. Going forward, #e will need to make some adjustments in order to optimize learnin 7=#N has made some improvements in #h ability to recognize note values and pitches on the treble staff. #E enjoys working with peers and tries to add value to group work. However, #e still has challenges with communication and social skills. #E often disrupts activities and discussions with #h comments and acts. It would be of great need at this stage for #m to settle down and build up an espected level resilience and responsibility. 8=#N has make some noticeable improvement in Music. #E recognizes some note values and uses them to create basic rhythmic themes. #E is also able to identify some of the lines and spaces on the treble staff. #H ability to collaborate has also improved as #e often times than before, works with peers to complete tasks. However, #e still needs a lot of support in mastering basic music notation. Enrolling #m in a regular piano or guitar class may build up #h resilience and general musicianship. COMMENTS: Year 5 June, 2017 1=#N is a principled learners who understands #h role in the classroom. #E has developed strong collaborative skills which enable #m to effectively function in an ensemble. While working in groups, #e has been open-minded enough to welcome divergent views from #h peers. During the semester, #e has developed excellent vocal skills which allows #m to take up solo parts. #H skills on the the piano have also continued to develop steadily. #H next target is to expand #h sight-reading skill. 2=#N has been a resilient learner always working hard to complete tasks. #E is a true risk-taker ever willing to present before . In so doing, #e has acquired skills in a number of musical instruments. During the year, #e has taken an active member of the percussion ensemble. #H sight-reading and improvisational skills have, consequently, developed. Such a spirit of focus and hard work promises a bright learning journey in Music. 3=#N is a responsible and caring student. #E understands #h learning needs and takes action to develop #h skills and understanding. #E has been able to develop #h vocal and guitar skills over the past semester. #E is a committed learner who stays on task throughout the lesson. #N has also developed effective ensemble skills essential for collaborative music making. At this stage, I would like #m to further develop #h sight-reading skills. 4=#N has been a committed and focused learner throughout this semester who takes up new roles from time to time. #H sensitivity to both pitch and rhythm has developed remarkably. #E takes action to trying and improve #h musical skills and knowledge by visiting the music room during #h free time for practice. #H understanding of staff notation has equally improved. It would be good, at this stage, to enroll #m in a musical instrument class of #h choicefasfwup-eue. 5=#N is a thinker as well as a reflective student. #E carefully plans #h work and makes adjustments to #h learning. #E has been able to compose melodic patterns on the treble staff and #h discrimination of pitch has improved. #N has also improved in #h understanding of music notation as #e is able to interpret note values and the treble stave. However, #e still needs to be encouraged to take an active part in collaborative music making activities. Doing so will build #h ensemble skills. 6=#N has improved #h musical skill this semester. #E knows most of the notes on the treble staff and has also developed #h composition skills. #E enjoys collaboration during rehearsal and performance and tries to contribute to the success of the final product. However, #e still needs to improve #h concentration level as #h often becomes chatty during rehearsals. At this stage, it may be helpful to introduce #m to an instrument of #h choice in order to help raise #h interest. COMMENTS: Year 5 June, 2018 1=#N is a principled learner who understands #h role in the classroom. #E has developed strong collaborative skills which enable #m to effectively function in an ensemble. While working in groups, #e has been open-minded enough to welcome divergent views from #h peers. During the semester, #e has developed excellent vocal skills which allows #m to take up solo parts. #H skill on the piano has also continued to develop steadily. #H next target is to expand #h sight-reading skill. 2=#N has been a resilient learner who very often works hard to complete tasks. #E is a true risk-taker ever willing to present before an audience. In so doing, #e has acquired a comfortable degree of confidence for performance. During the year, #e has taken an active part in ensembles and in the process, improved #h collaborative skills. #H sight-reading and improvisational skills have equally developed. Such a spirit of focus and hard work promises a bright learning journey in Music. 3=#N is a responsible and caring student. #E understands #h learning needs and takes action to develop #h skills and understanding. During the semester, #e has been able to develop #h vocal and guitar skills. #E is a committed learner who stays on task throughout the lesson. #N has also developed effective collaborative skills essential for ensemble music making. At this stage, I would like #m to master note values and the stave. Doing so will help #m improve #h sight-reading skill. 4=#N has been a committed and focused learner who takes up new roles from time to time. #H sensitivity to both pitch and rhythm has developed remarkably. In an effort to try and improve #h musical skills and knowledge, #e has been frequently, visiting the music room during #h free time for practice. #H understanding of staff notation has equally improved. It would be good, at this stage, to enroll #m in a musical instrument class of #h choice. 5=#N has made some great improvement this semester. #E is more willing to work and stays on task with greater determination. #E has been able to play some melodies on piano by independently, sight-reading and learning. #N has also improved in #h understanding of music notation as #e is able to interpret note values and the treble stave. Enrolling #m in a regular piano course will encourage #m to make more positive achievements in #h general musicianship. 6=#N has improved #h musical skill this semester. #E knows most of the notes on the treble staff and has also developed #h composition skills. #E is beginning to enjoy collaboration during rehearsal and performance and tries to contribute to the success of the final product. However, #e still needs to improve #h concentration and resilience as #e often changes roles prematurely. At this stage, it may be helpful to introduce #m to an instrument of #h choice in order to help boots #h interest. COMMENTS: Year 5 June, 2019 1=#N is a resilient learner who very often works with determination to complete tasks. #E is a true risk-taker ever willing to perform before an audience. In so doing, #e has acquired a comfortable degree of confidence in #h musical skills. During the year, #e has played an active role in ensembles which has, improved #h collaborative skills. #H sight-reading and improvisational skills have equally developed. Such a spirit of focus and hard work promises a bright learning journey in Music. 2=#N is a principled learner who understands #h role in the classroom. #E has developed strong collaborative skills which enable #m to effectively function in an ensemble. While working in groups, #e has been open-minded enough to welcome divergent views from #h peers. During the semester, #e has developed excellent performance skills which allows #m to take up solo parts. #H vocal skills have also continued to develop steadily. #H next target is to expand #h sight-reading skill. 3=#N is a responsible and caring student who understands #h learning needs and takes action to develop #h skills and understanding. During the semester, #e has been able to develop #h performance skills on both voice and instruments. #N has also developed effective collaborative skills which is an essential element for ensemble. At this stage, I would like #m to work on #h notation and sight-reading skills. enrolling #m in an instrument class during ECA will help develop these skills faster. 4=#N has been an open-minded learner willing to take up new roles from time to time. #H sensitivity to both pitch and rhythm has developed remarkably. In an effort to try and improve #h musical skills and knowledge, #e has been frequently, visiting the music room during #h free time for practice. #H understanding of music notation has equally improved. It would be beneficial, at this stage, to enroll #m in a musical instrument class in order to present #m more performance opportunities. 5=#N has had a great semester in Music. #E is an open-minded learner always looking for new learning experiences and turning them into productive learning opportunities. #E has shown keen interest in the piano as well as xylophones. Signing #m up for piano sessions during our extra-curricular activities (ECA) would benefit #m greatly. 6=#N has made some great improvement this semester. #E is more willing to work and stays on task with greater determination. #E has been able to independently sight-read and play some melodies on piano. #N has also improved in #h understanding of music notation as #e better interprets note values and the treble stave. Enrolling #m in a regular piano course will encourage #m to make more positive achievements in #h general musicianship. it will also help develop #h creative thinking. 7=#N has improved #h musical skill this semester. #E knows most of the notes on the treble staff and has also improved #h hand coordination. #E is also beginning to enjoy collaboration during rehearsal and performance and tries to contribute to the success of the final product. However, #e still needs to improve #h concentration and resilience as #e often changes roles prematurely. At this stage, it may be helpful to start #m on instrument of #h choice in order to help boost #h interest. COMMENTS: Year 6 December 1=#N has continued to make impressive development in #h musical knowledge and skills during the semester. #H ensemble skills have continued to flourish as #e is able to collaborate with peers to create and rehearse pieces for performance. #H skill in guitar, piano and xylophone has also continued to develop. #H has also been tolerant towards learners learning at a slower pace than #s. I wish such a great level of commitment to learning would continue. 2=#N has had a wonderful semester in Music. #E has managed to develop some good ensemble skills by collaborating with other learners. #E is aware of #h learning needs and has also been open-minded in learning from #h peers. #E has consequently been a wonderful member of the primary orchestra. I would #h to now focus on deepening sight-reading skills so that #h attains a desirable level of independence. 3=#N has made some good strides in Music this semester. #E has found easier this time to work with others during composition, practice and performance. #E has also expanded #h understanding and application of music notation. I would, at this stage, recommend that #e joins an instrument class available. If that happens, #h notation and performance skills would be developed faster. 4=#N exhibits open-mindedness by accommodating perspectives, values and traditions of other individual learners. #E has been working very hard to improve #h vocal intonation. This has yielded positive results as #e now can sing correct pitch with minimal difficulties. #E has also been able to compose and perform basic rhythmic and melodic patterns using traditional notation. At this stage, I would like #m to master the notes of both the treble and bass stave. 5=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #E has been open-minded in exploring and performing music from different cultures and regions. #E also has a good ear for pitch and rhythm. At this stage, I would like #m to improve #h notation and sight-reading skills. I wish #h good luck. 6=#N has been a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. #E has a personal commitment to learning and acts to make a positive difference. #E has been able to compose and perform from basic music notation. #E has been open-minded to explore and perform musical material from different ethnic cultures. At this stage, I would like #m to strengthen #h understanding of the treble staff as well as note and rest values. 7=#N has been a risk-taker who approaches unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and has the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. #E is brave and articulate in defending #h beliefs. #E has continued to develop #h sight-reading skills. This gives #h more independent as a learner. #E has also shown open-mindedness in exploring and performing music from different styles and ethnic cultures. #H vocal skills have also improved. COMMENTS: Year 6 December 2017 1=#N has continued to make impressive development in #h musical knowledge and skills during the semester. #H ensemble skills have continued to flourish as #e is able to collaborate with peers to create and rehearse pieces for performance. #H skill in guitar, piano and xylophone has also continued to develop. #E has also been tolerant towards learners learning at a slower pace than #s. I wish such a great level of commitment to learning would continue. 2=#N has had a wonderful semester in Music. #E has managed to develop some good ensemble skills by collaborating with other learners. #E is aware of #h learning needs and has also been open-minded in learning from #h peers. Because of #h growing confidence, #e enjoyed being a member of the primary orchestra. The next target should be for #m to now focus on deepening #h sight-reading skills. By improving this skill, #e will attains a greater level of independence. 3=#N has made some good strides in Music this semester. #E has found it easier, this time, to work in groups during composition, practice and performance. #E has also expanded #h understanding and application of music notation. I would, at this stage, recommend that #e joins an instrument class available. If that happens, #h notation and performance skills will developed faster. 4=#N exhibits open-mindedness by accommodating perspectives, values and traditions of other individual learners. #E has been working hard in building #h vocal intonation. This has yielded positive results as #e now can sing correct pitch with minimal difficulties. #E has also been able to compose and perform basic rhythmic and melodic patterns using traditional notation. At this stage, I would like #m to master the notes of both the treble and bass stave. 5=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #E has been open-minded when exploring and performing music from different cultures and regions. #E also has a good ear for pitch and rhythm. At this stage, I would like #m to improve #h notation and sight-reading skills. This can be achieved by mastering the note values and the staff. 6=#N has been a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. During the semester, #e has improved #h understanding of music notation and has also been more actively envolved in group musical activities in class. However, I would like #m to work on #h understanding of note values and the treble clef notes. Developing a good level of understanding in music notation will allow #m to work more independently. COMMENTS: Year 6 December 2018 1=#N has continued to make impressive development in #h musical knowledge and skills during the semester. #H ensemble skills have continued to flourish as #e is able to collaborate with peers to create and rehearse pieces for performance. #H skill in guitar, piano and xylophone has also continued to develop. #E has also been tolerant towards learners learning at a slower pace than #s. I wish such a great level of commitment to learning would continue. 2=#N has had a wonderful semester in Music. #E has been improved #h self-management skills as #e stays engaged most of the time. #E has managed to develop some good ensemble skills through collaboration with other learners. #N is aware of #h learning needs and does #h part to improve outcomes. Because of #h growing confidence, #e enjoys performing both in ensembles as well as a soloist. The next target should be for #m to deepen #h sight-reading skills. By improving this skill, #e 3=#N has had a wonderful semester in Music. #E has managed to develop some good ensemble skills through collaboration with other learners. #E is aware of #h learning needs and has also been open-minded in learning from #h peers. Because of #h growing confidence, #e enjoys performing both in ensembles as well as a soloist. The next target should be for #m to deepen #h sight-reading skills. By improving this skill, #e will attains a greater level of independence and enjoyment. 4=#N has made some good strides in Music this semester. #E has found it easier, this time, to work in groups during composition, practice and performance. #E has also expanded #h understanding and application of music notation. I would, at this stage, recommend that #e enrolls in an instrument course that suites #h interests. If that happens, #h notation and performance skills will developed faster. It will also improve #h independence when it comes to learning. 5=#N exhibits open-mindedness by accommodating perspectives, values and traditions of other individual learners. During the semester, #e has developed #h skills on xylophone. While working with peers, #N has been able to creatively alter some common melodies to create theme and variation. #E has a natural sense of rhythm which allows #m to improvise and perform while following a steady beat. Going forward, #e will need to improve sight-reading skills. 6=#N has made some significant improvements in #h commitment to learning this semester. #E is more willing to take up roles during ensemble practice and performance. #E has been able to interpret basic music notation when performing and transcribing rhythmic patterns. #H ability to perform while working with peers, has also improved as #e is able to follow regular beat. Going forward, #e will need to focus on developing #h understanding of music notation in order to improve #h sight-reading skills 7=#N has made some improvement in #h commitment to learning. #E is more willing to participate in group rehearsals and performance as #e tries to make #h contribution. During the semester, #e has been able to work with peers in creating theme and variation while using some techniques to alter simple melodies. #E is able to interpret basic note values and use them to create and perform rhythmic themes. However, going forward, I would like #m to master the staff with all the lines and spaces. 8=#N has made some improvement in #h commitment to learning. #E is more willing to participate in group rehearsals and performance as #e tries to make #h contribution. During the semester, #e has been able to work with peers in creating theme and variation while using some techniques to alter simple melodies. #E is able to interpret basic note values and use them to create and perform rhythmic themes. However, going forward, I would like #m to master the staff with all the lines and spaces. COMMENTS: Year 6 June, 2017 1=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #N has been able to explore and appreciate music from different ethnic regions with an open-mind. #E can compose and perform both independently and in groups. At this stage, I would like #m to focus on mastering the notes on the grand stave. #E also needs to further build #h sight-reading skills. 2=#N has been a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. #E has a personal commitment to learning and acts to make a positive difference. #N can compose and perform from basic music notation. #E is open-minded in exploring musical material from different ethnic cultures. #H ensemble skills have improved as #e understands and appreciates the value of collaboration in music. 3=#N is a thinker who exercises initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems. #E has been able to use music notation for both performance and composition. #E exhibits open-mindedness when exploring music material from various ethnic cultures. At this stage, I would like #m to improve #h sight-reading and notation skills. It would also benefit #m to enroll into a regular instrumental class. 4=#N exhibits open-mindedness by accommodating perspectives, values and traditions of other individual learners. #E has been working hard to improve #h intonation on #h voice. This has yielded positive results as #e can sustain a song in pitch with minimal difficulties. #N has also been able to compose and perform basic rhythmic and melodic patterns using traditional notation. At this stage, I would like #m to master the lines and space on both the bass and treble stave. 5=#N has been an enthusiastic learner whose attitude toward music has been positive. #E has worked well with peers and is open-minded to new ideas. #N is able to use basic note values in composing and performing rhythmic patterns. However, I would like #m to firm up #h understanding of note values and the treble staff. Revising these musical concepts will help #m build a firm foundation for the next year level. 6=#N has made some improvement in music this semester. #E is able to interpret basic music notation and perform rhythmic patterns. #H understanding of the treble stave has also improved as #e knows most of the notes on lines and spaces. However, #e will need to firm up #h understanding of note values and the grand stave as this knowledge is the foundation to the next year level. #E will also need to improve #h collaboration with other learners as this will help #m build ensemble skills. COMMENTS: Year 6 June, 2018 1=#N has developed into an excellent music student during the course of the year. #H open-mindedness has allowed #m to learn a wide range of musical instruments such as piano, xylophones and djembe. #N's improvisational skills have also improved as #e can more comfortably play by ear. During the rest of the year, #e has consistently been part of the Primary School Orchestra, which has performed during different school events. #E has developed great organizational and leadership skills 2=#N has been a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. #E has a personal commitment to learning and acts to make a positive difference. #N has developed impressive skills in guitar, an instrument which #e has used to perform a few of #h first songs. Enrolling #m in a regular guitar or piano class while in secondary will help #m develop a deeper understanding of expressive elements such as pitch, rhythm melody and many others. 3=#N is a thinker who exercises initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems. #E has been able to use music notation to independently learn new pieces on the xylophone. #E has also expressed particular interest in the piano therefore, enrolling and keeping #m in regular piano course will help #m easily grasp complex musical concepts in secondary school. 4=#N is a resilient learner who works with a high level of determination to achieve learning goals. #E is able to identify challenges and take an action to overcome obstacles. During the semester, #e has improved #h skill on xylophone and piano. #H vocal skill has also improved as #e sings with a greater awareness of pitch and other expressive elements. As #e move to the next Year level, I may be helpful to enroll and keep #m in a regular guitar, piano or drum course. That will boost #h interest. 5=#N has been an enthusiastic learner whose attitude toward music has been encouraging. #E has worked well with peers and is open-minded to new ideas. #N is able to use basic note values in composing and performing rhythmic patterns. However, moving to secondary, #e will need to firm up #h understanding of note values and the grand staff. Revising musical concepts covered in primary will help #m build a firm foundation for the next year level. 6=#N has made some improvement in music this semester. #E is able to interpret basic music notation and perform rhythmic patterns. #H understanding of the treble stave has also improved as #e knows most of the notes on lines and spaces. However, #e will need to firm up #h understanding of note values and the grand stave as this knowledge forms the foundation for the next year level. #E will also need to improve #h collaboration with other learners as this will help #m build ensemble skills. COMMENTS: Year 6 June, 2019 1=#N is a communicator who understands and expresses ideas and information confidently and creatively. #E enjoys working in groups and works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. #N has been able to explore and appreciate music from different ethnic regions with an open-mind. #E can compose and perform both independently and in groups. At this stage, I would like #m to focus on mastering the notes on the grand stave. #E also needs to further build #h sight-reading skills. 2=#N has been a caring student who shows empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. #E has a personal commitment to learning and acts to make a positive difference. #N can compose and perform using basic music notation. #E is open-minded in exploring musical material from different ethnic cultures. #H ensemble skills have improved as #e understands and appreciates the value of collaboration in music making. I wish #m all the best as #e moves to secondary. 3=#N is a thinker who exercises initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems. #E has been able to use music notation for both performance and composition. #E exhibits open-mindedness when exploring music material from various ethnic cultures. At this stage, I would like #m to focus on further improving #h sight-reading and notation skills. It would also be of great benefit to enroll #m in a regular instrumental class. 4=#N exhibits open-mindedness by accommodating perspectives, values and traditions of other individual learners. #E has been working hard to improve #h intonation on #h voice. This has yielded positive results as #e can now sustain longer phrases with minimal pitch difficulties. #N has also been able to compose and perform basic rhythmic and melodic patterns using traditional notation. As #e moves to secondary, I would like #m to master the lines and space on both the bass and treble stave. 5=#N has been an enthusiastic learner whose attitude toward music has been positive. #E has worked well with peers and is open-minded to new ideas. #N is able to use basic note values in composing and performing rhythmic patterns. However, I would like #m to firm up #h understanding of note values and the treble staff. Revising these musical concepts will help #m build a firm foundation for the next year level. I wish #m well as #e takes up new learning goals and expectations in secondary. 6=#N has made some improvement in music this semester. #E is able to interpret basic music notation and perform rhythmic patterns. #H understanding of the treble stave has also improved as #e knows most of the notes on lines and spaces. However, #e will need to firm up #h understanding of note values and the grand stave as this knowledge is the foundation to the next year level. #E will also need to improve #h collaboration with other learners as this will help #m build ensemble skills. 7=#N has lately improved #h effort and commitment to music lessons. #E is now showing interest in the piano. Mahmoud has lately started to interpret notation by playing melodies on the piano. As #e moves to secondary, I would like #m to further improve #h self-management skills as #e is often caught up in distractive behaviour. 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