Compose a Circus March

Composing music develops creativity and musical understanding.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Circus
• Learning area: Music and Movement
• Level: EYFS Reception

Objectives

• Students will compose a simple rhythm pattern.
• Students will perform their composition.

Materials

• Percussion instruments
• Rhythm notation cards
• Recording device

Instructions

1. Learn basic rhythm notation.

2. Compose a 4-beat circus march pattern.

3. Practise playing the composition.

4. Combine with peers for a class composition.

Educator tip

Use body percussion first, then transfer to instruments.

Assessment

Assess against Early Learning Goals (ELGs). Document evidence of 'expected' or 'exceeding' descriptors. Note: independent application of skills, ability to explain reasoning, and capacity to build on prior learning. Evaluate rhythm composition and performance.

More from EYFS Circus

• Circus Dance Performance
• Circus Around the World
• Circus Business Plan
• Measuring the Big Top
• Circus Time Schedule
• Phonics Circus Reading
• Class Circus Performance
• We're Going to the Circus