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-More songs from Traditional Music from Southeast Asia and Western Classical Tradition e.g Mary Poppins, Lion King by Disney, cultures in Oceania
-Appreciating music from global cultures at least 6 different cultures, 2 from Southeast Asia
-Music Technology, using of digital tools to create music, technology to record music ideas

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-Can incorporate Blended Learning
-Non-formal Approach derived from non-formal contexts of learning

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Quite excited to see the changes, especially the new songs and approaches that will be coming up!

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1. In the music curriculum concept, there are 2 new components; context & discourse.

2. There is more emphasis on "making connections" to social, cultural & historical contexts as well as authentic learning opportunities beyond the music classroom. Students will also learn 2 main pitched instruments in Stage 2 & 3.

3. There is an emphasis on "growing student agency and empowerment" as well as more cultural songs introduced such as Mary Poppins by Richard & Robert Sherman, The Lion King by Disney.

- Joyce -

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Differences in the 2023 vs 2015 Music Syllabus

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Differences in the 2023 vs 2015 Music Syllabus

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There are additional pedagogical approaches other than the formal ones like Kodaly, Dalcroze, Orff etc. Blended learning, differentiated instruction, technology-based music lessons are also featured and integrated in the list of teaching pedagogies. There is also a new assessment component/section found in the new 2023 music syllabus.

- Joyce -

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Streamlined musical learning/tasks & Assessment features

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Streamlined musical learning/tasks & Assessment features

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Looking forward to experience teaching with the wide array of repertoire as well as the pedagogical approaches. Looking forward to streamline music learning/tasks as well as assessment using the guidelines provided in 2023 Music Syllabus.

- Joyce -

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1. Indicative repertoire is now called 'core/dynamic' repertoire that can be used across the stages.

2. The 5 LOs have been simplified into 3 LOs (Listening/Responding, Creating, Performing). The conceptual frame is now tighter and more integrated.
- Joseph -

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1. New syllabus contains clearer guidelines of what is expected for specific instruments (Ukulele/Orff Instruments) at each stage.

2. Clearer examples of how the spiral curriculum can be used in practice. (ie. sequencing of theoretical knowledge across the years.)

- Joseph-

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Interested to see how the best of various pedagogical approaches (WMP,Orff, informal etc) can be combined to enhance student learning.
- Joseph-

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Gek Hiang & Kah How

1.  3 Learning Outcomes (LO)
2.  Core and Dynamic Repertoire
3. Streamlined Musical Process to 3 LOs

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Gek Hiang & Kah How

1.  The 2 pitched instruments learnt at Stages 2 & 3 should be the same.

2.  The 4-level QD can be extended to P3 to P6 levels.

3. The chords, scales and techniques are spelt out clearly for the instruments.

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Gek Hiang & Kah How

We are excited about teaching of the dynamic repertoire and focus on developing the singing skills.

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1. Reorganised LOs into the Musical Process
2. Indicative repertoire is changed to Core and Dynamic Repertoire. Music from global cultures to include at least 6 different cultures now.
3. More specific scaffolding and intentional connections in concepts for every different stage.

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2023 Music syllabus encompasses:
- more details on scope of music curriculum
- inclusion of pedagogical approaches (blended learning, tech-based music lessons)
- inclusion of core understanding of Music KSV
- sample of assessment reporting
and etc.

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With the repertoire and specific pedagogies, there is more opportunity to empower students to make informed musical choices as they appreciate, create and perform music.

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1. The alignment of the CCE LC, 21 CCs to Music education.
2. Streamlining of 5 LOs into 3 LOs as well as linking of Making Connections.
3. Spiral Music Curriculum. At each increasing stage level, the learning deepens as well as widens.

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1. LO3 is broken up to 3A (Sing) and 3B (Play instruments). Tightening up the list of instruments by function (melodic and chordal)
2. Alignment of pedadogies and principles to STP
3. QDs are expanded to P3s to P6s if the school so chooses.

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Engagement of students in increased music making as well as connection to the world around them.

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There are 2 new concepts, namely context and discourse which helps students make connections and understand the background behind each piece of music.

There is an alignment to the CCE21 which helps to streamline the outcomes

3 LOs instead of 5 and the spiral approach in which the content is taught.

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More student-centric approach with regards to music-making and exposing them to world music as well as streamlining of learning objectives to make assessment more relevant.
Rebecca

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more varied pedagogical approaches with the inclusion of blended learning, more structured and streamlined in terms of learning objectives, songs repertoire (across the stages)
Rebecca

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-LO3 separated into LO3A and LO3B
-There is the 'Making Connections' part
-More ideas and suggestions in the pedagogy section
-More details and guidelines in assessment tasks

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-Annexes (info on keyboard, recorder and ukulele techniques etc.)
-Context and discourse
-Digital tools

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New songs and approaches to teaching of music as we can experiment and improve our teaching and learning of our pupils.

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1. The LOs have been reorganized - musical elements and concepts are now grouped under 'Discourse', the musical processes are situated within 'Context'
2. Creating music now encompasses more skills like arranging and producing in addition to composing
3. Use of digital tools is included, as there is now also an inclusion of blended learning as another pedagogical approach

- Joanne (Lakeside Pri School)

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Differences between the new and current syllabus

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Differences between the new and current syllabus

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- The new syllabus describes the spiral approach to take when structuring music learning
- The new syllabus' Learning Outcomes are presented in different order (LO1 is no longer Perform, but Listen and Respond)
- More details on the Music Curriculum concept to help guide teachers

Joanne (Lakeside Pri School)

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With new repertoire and a clearer, student-centric and streamlined curriculum, music-making and learning in the classroom should be more engaging for students.

Joanne (Lakeside Pri School)

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1. Clearer alignment and articulation of explicit links with other MOE foci, including 21CC framework, CCE, DI, blended learning etc.
2. Musical elements, concepts and knowledge as "discourse"
3. More detailed writeups on assessment (recommended guidelines for designing music assessment activities), and scope and sequence by LOs.

- Huay Wen

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1. Inclusion of more contemporary composers in the dynamic repertoire
2. More details in the annexes which provides clarity
3. More writeup and examples on  Pedagogy and Assessment.

- Huay Wen

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The new syllabus provides opportunities for us to reflect and sense make as music educators. As I see more explicit connections with some things we are already doing, and would be attempting in light of the new syllabus, I am excited to continue to grow in terms of music teaching and learning.
- Huay Wen

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Looking Forward for New Music Syllabus 2023

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Looking Forward for New Music Syllabus 2023

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Looking forward for the new Music Syllabus 2023. To see how we could use new strategies and music pedagogies to further engage our students.

Dawn (Dazhong Primary School)

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1. Spiral Music Curriculum. Streamlining. Simple to Complex.
2. Alignment for CCE (SEL), 21CC for Music Education
3. Instead of 5 LOs- 3 LOs

Dawn (Dazhong Primary School)

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1. Alignment to 21st CC and CCE development where there is greater emphasis in the role music plays in a student's overall holistic education.

2. Explicit detailed rationale and explanation and understanding in the Music Curriculum Concept that bring out the joy of teaching and learning that is purposeful, engaging and relevant.

3. Incorporation of music specific and other pedagogical approaches that is useful when planning the music lessons.

Wendy and Adeline

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- Streamlining of LOs from 5 to 3
- Elaboration and detailed breakdown in music assessment and how it provides greater feedback for the students
- wider repertoire of songs as teaching and learning resources

Wendy and Adeline

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Differences between the 2023 and current music syllabus

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Differences between the 2023 and current music syllabus

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The LOs are now focused on Listening, Creating and Performing. The rest (used to be LO4 and LO5) have now been categorised under Context (social/cultural/historical), Experience and Discourse (musical elements/concepts).

Introduction of core and dynamic repertoire - introducing works of Singaporean musicians

Specific guidelines for the design of Music assessment activities and tasks and how to know students are demonstrating the skills/learning.

Concord Pr - Felicia

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Staying current with the pedagogical approaches - blended learning and DI

Detailed description of what students should be experiencing for LO1, LO2 and LO3 under Scope and Sequence

More streamlined in the overview of the knowledge, skills and values captured at each stage.

Concord Pr - Felicia

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There is greater clarity and structure in what we are doing and in turn make each teaching and learning experience purposeful, fun and engaging for students as well as teachers. As the students develop musical skills and knowledge, they will also develop their characters and important 'soft skills' to be ready for the future.

Wendy and Adeline

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How I can continue to facilitate creative, critical and reflective thinkers in my music classrooms with the help of this new syllabus.

Kudos to the team that put this new music syllabus together, great job and thank you!

Concord Pr - Felicia

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Fewer LOs from 5 to 3. Where LO4 and LO5 are now incorporated into LO1-3
Information on assessment is clearer with more details.

Michelle