Music

Sembawang Primary School's music programme builds musicianship, creativity, and confidence across six years. Explore the curriculum highlights from Primary 1 to 6.

Last updated 12 August 2026

Music @ Sembawang Primary School

Sembawang Primary School infographic titled "E21CC Through Music: Learning Music. Growing Together," illustrated with musical instrument graphics (keyboard, xylophone, ukulele, drums). It presents five 21st Century Competency categories — Critical & Adaptive Thinking, Global Awareness & Cross-Cultural Skills, Communication & Collaboration, Social & Emotional Competencies, and Self-Directed Learning — each with three supporting bullet points, arranged around a central "Music Learning @ SBPS" panel listing Singing, Ukulele, Cajón, Angklung, Songwriting, and Performance. A bottom row of eight icons details specific music experiences: Singing, Ukulele, Cajón, Angklung, Songwriting, Performance, and Chinese Drums, each with a short description. The poster closes with the tagline "With every note, we learn. With every rhythm, we grow. Together, we make a difference."

At Sembawang Primary School, Music is a dynamic and engaging learning experience where students learn through singing, playing instruments, movement and creating their own music. Through diverse musical experiences such as the ukulele, cajón, drums and angklung, students develop not only musical competencies, but also important 21st Century Competencies (E21CC) such as collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking and self-directed learning.

Our students are encouraged to express their ideas confidently, work meaningfully with others, and appreciate diverse cultures and perspectives through music-making experiences. Songwriting, ensemble performances and creative exploration activities provide authentic opportunities for students to develop their voice, resilience and adaptability in both individual and group settings.

The school is equipped with 2 Music Rooms, 1 Band Room and 1 Music & Dance Space, providing students with purposeful spaces to learn, collaborate, rehearse and perform. Through Music, students grow as confident individuals, active contributors and empathetic citizens with a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Music Curriculum @ Sembawang Primary School

Primary 1

Students are introduced to music through sound exploration activities such as soundscapes, Chinese Drums and rhythmic ostinato. These experiences develop beat competency, creativity, collaboration and ensemble awareness while encouraging curiosity and joyful participation in music-making.

Primary 2

Students explore soundscapes, singing and melodic ostinato activities to strengthen pitch awareness, vocal confidence and musical expression. Through collaborative music activities, students develop communication skills, active listening and confidence in expressing ideas creatively.

Primary 3

Students are introduced to the Ukulele and Angklung, developing foundational instrumental techniques, ensemble skills and an appreciation for cultural music traditions. Students learn to work collaboratively while building respect for diverse musical cultures and practices.

Primary 4

Students further develop their Ukulele performance skills through chord playing, strumming patterns, accompaniment techniques and ensemble collaboration. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, perseverance, self-management and musical responsiveness in group performances.

Primary 5

Students explore Cajón and Songwriting, strengthening rhythmic understanding, creativity and collaboration through music creation. Students are given opportunities to communicate ideas, make creative decisions and develop student voice through authentic composition experiences.

Primary 6

Students engage in advanced Songwriting and Foley Work experiences, applying creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving through authentic music-making in media and storytelling contexts. These experiences encourage innovation, collaboration and reflective thinking as students create meaningful musical products for real-world applications.