Representation matters

Teacher notes

This lesson is part of the 'Music is my social tool' storyworld. In it we meet Izandra, a young black Brazilian woman raised by her grandmother, who encouraged her to attend a local project to learn to play the violin. This instrument, classical music and the work of Afro-Brazilian musicians changed her life. Izandra now shares her expertise with other low-income youngsters in Porto Alegre, southern Brazil, and works to make classical music accessible to all people. **Lyfta core themes:** Culture & Identity, Learning & growth, Professions & entrepreneurship, equality and human rights. **Lyfta Core Skills and Values** Active Citizenship & Political Awareness, Active Listening, Coaching & Mentoring, Courage & Self-Confidence, Creativity & Innovation, Intercultural Competence, Leadership,Lifelong Learning, Responsibility & Accountability, Work Ethic. **SDGs:** 4, 10. **National Curriculum Objectives:** KS3 Music: - listen with increasing discrimination to a wide range of music from great composers and musicians - develop a deepening understanding of the music that they perform and to which they listen, and its history. KS3 PSHE: L9. the benefits of setting ambitious goals and being open to opportunities in all aspects of life L10. to recognise and challenge stereotypes and family or cultural expectations that may limit aspirations.