This text examines how children learn music in the primary school, and presents a model for classroom teaching and assessment. This edition offers an updated account of National Curriculum and OFSTED developments in music, and includes revised sections on assessment, composition and the role of the music co-ordinator. There are simple, practical ideas for implementing the music curriculum at Key Stages 1 and 2, and for relating music to the whole primary curriculum. This edition is published in a much larger format than its predecessor to make it more accessible and user-friendly.