BBC Ten Pieces

BBC Ten Pieces opens up the world of classical music to 7-14 year olds. Explore the exciting films, lesson plans and instrumental arrangements.

Collection: women composers

The newest collection of ten pieces is written exclusively by women, giving teachers the opportunity to explore and get creative with fantastic classical music whilst improving representation of women composers in the classroom.

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Inclusive resources

  • Clarion patterns

    Find clarion patterns for Laura Shigihara’s 'Grasswalk' and Judith Weir’s 'Magic'. Can also be used as part of an open ensemble.

  • Soundbeam sound files

    Download sound files for your Soundbeam devices and play Laura Shigihara's 'Grasswalk' and Judith Weir's 'Magic'. Can also be used as part of an open ensemble.

    Soundbeam switches and console - colourful pads that can be touched to create sounds

  • CMPSR and arrownotes

    Play Laura Shighihara's 'Grasswalk' and Beethoven's 5th Symphony on your CMPSR using arrownotes notation.

    Image of a 'composer' device which is a joystick with 8 buttons. The 'composer' is resting on top of a mixing desk.

  • Figurenotes

    Figurenotes arrangements to help children with learning support needs or disabilities make music with famous classical music works from Ten Pieces.

  • Open ensemble arrangements

    Find arrangements for open ensembles, including Clarion, Soundbeam, CMPSR and other adaptive musical instruments

    Girl using iPad to make music
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