On Monday afternoon, KS1 had a lovely time singing carols together outside. We felt really 'Christmassy'. It was lovely. Take a look at some of the children (and teachers) in action. #Year1 #Year2 #Music

Wow! What an exciting afternoon we have all had here at Avondale today! We have been treated to a live concert from the National Youth Jazz Orchestra! The band explained about all the different instruments and how they work as well as playing a range of jazz music. The children loved having the opportunity to listen to a genre of music that they may not have heard before. Hopefully this will inspire our children to learn to play an instrument. If your child would like t

In music, Year 4 have been singing songs by the 1970's pop group Abba. So far they have sung Mama Mia and Dancing Queen. This week they had the chance to play along to the music using glockenspiels. #Year4 #Music

Year 3 children are enjoying their music lessons. #Year3 #Music

Year 3 had another fantastic violin lesson today. The children have started to learn about the different parts of a violin and have been learning how to hold it correctly. #Year3 #Music

Year 3/4 choir has got off to a cracking start this week. Our spectacular first session on Thursday was swiftly followed by an exciting visit from the Sing Together team this morning. Rehearsals are well under way for the big show in March and the children are oozing enthusiasm and talent! #Year3 #Year4 #Choir #Music

Year 3 had their first music lesson last week! They were introduced to the violin and the names of the different parts and sounds it can make. They played lots of music games and worked on rhythm and beat. #Music #Year3

The whole school were treated to a fantastic performance from a local folk band today. We clapped and snag along to a variety of traditional and popular songs. We also learnt a bit about each instrument. A group of children were chosen at the end to try out a range of instruments. If your child is in KS2 and would love to learn an instrument, please return the letter ASAP. If your child is interested in learning an instrument that is not currently on offer, please register

Wow!! What a sensational afternoon here at Avondale. The talent show this year has been incredible. We saw a wide range of acts including singing, dancing, comedy and even hula hooping! All the children were fantastic and had a real stage presence throughout the show. The judges found it difficult to pick the winning acts as the competition was so strong. The event ended with Charlie & Ciera from Year 6 taking the spot for joint first, they both performed as solo artists

We were all very proud and impressed of our talented guitar players in assembly this morning. They all played fabulously and performed their own rendition of Shotgun by George Ezra! If you would like your child to receive guitar lessons next year please don't hesitate to contact the Office or speak to Miss Wormald. #Music

Brass lessons continued today with our new cornet and trombone players. The children have been learning some new notes and can now play C, D and E and are practising 'Baby Shark'! The children will attend their 2nd rehearsal at Bridge Street at 6:30pm tomorrow evening. #Music

Class 3H have enjoyed learning to play the African drums. #Year3 #Music

Here are some pictures of the children 'rocking out' over the past week with Rock Kidz. They have been amazing! What a night we had at the concert last night too! A rocking night had by all! Thank you to all the children and parents for their amazing efforts. #Music

We have loved our first morning 'rocking out' with Rock Kidz and can't wait to see what the rest of the week brings. What a fun, energetic way to start the day!! Get your air guitars at the ready!! #PSHCE #Music #Year4 #Year5 #Year3

Year 5 are seated and ready for the performance of We Will Rock You at Darwen Vale. Lights, camera, action! #Year5 #Music

Our Y4/5/6 choir have arrived safely in Manchester for Young Voices 2019. #Year4 #Year5 #Year6 #Music #Choir

This morning year 3 performed Carols Around the Christmas Tree to the rest of the school. We all enjoyed retelling the Christmas Story by singing traditional Christmas Carols. Buddy and Betty our elves joined in too. #Year3 #Music

This afternoon, some members of junior choir went to the Sunnyhurst Pub to sing for the residents Christmas Party. The children certainly put a smile on the residents faces with their singing of Christmas songs and traditional Carols. They were rewarded with a visit from Santa who gave them all some chocolate. #Music #Choir #Year3 #Year6

Some children in 6J, who have been learning to play the guitar, treated us to an exclusive performance. They were brilliant! #Year6 #Music

Listen to our guitar players performing for the rest of Year 4. #Year4 #Music