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GCSE AQA Set Work Analysis: Little Shop of Horrors

With its small cast, uncomplicated set and unforgettable songs, the horror comedy rock musical Little Shop of Horrors is an architype of 1980s musical theatre. Through student-friendly analysis of the ‘Prologue’, ‘Mushnik and Son’ and ‘Feed Me’, students will discover the intriguing features of the songs of Menkin and Ashman.

Supportive, confidence-building resources guide your students through their chosen Set Works. Encourage them to discover the analysis for themselves while developing listening and appraising skills for the exam.

1. Learn

  • Need-to-know context and pre-listening ‘Do It Yourself!’ tasks build a firm foundation for learning
  • Student-friendly analysis organised by musical element for structured learning – fully supported by annotated score extracts!
  • Keywords and musical terms fully explained in context

2. Consolidate

  • Regular consolidation tasks encourage engagement and build confidence to apply theory independently
  • Extension activities to challenge Gifted and Talented leaners
  • Revision poster consolidates key points
  • Comprehensive glossary

3. Put into Practice

  • Five sets of exam questions, containing three 2-mark questions and one 8-mark question – perfect practice for the real thing!
  • Top tips for exam success
  • Full answers and mark schemes for easy peer, self- and teacher assessment

Integrate into your class teaching, or set for independent learning – it’s up to you!

Amazing feedback for our 2016 Set Work Analysis:

"Matches the specification exactly...
... Constant links to the AQA information...
... One can feel secure that the author is an expert... all information is covered that could be asked for in an exam"

M Thiselton, Music Teacher & Peer Reviewer

"The written quality is excellent... engaging, interesting and easy to understand"
E Samson, Music Teacher & Expert Reviewer

"A highly successful analysis... which includes a wealth of musical language and knowledge as well as many relevant and helpful examples of questions to prepare students for the exam"
L Williams, Music Teacher & Expert Reviewer

"Best resource I have found!"
J Burtsell, Head of Music & Customer /

"I really could not add anything to enhance this fantastic resource"
K Tout, Head of Music & Peer Reviewer

"I was blown away by the in-depth knowledge"
R Davis, Director of Music & Peer Reviewer

Plus! New and improved – now organised by musical element for easier structured learning

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What do teachers say about this resource? (10580)

The writing is clear, informative and authoritative throughout from an author who clearly knows the analytical detail of the 3 pieces... Information for students on each musical element is accurate and clear... Excellent analysis... The author demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the specification.

L Williams, Teacher & Expert Reviewer

Excellent analysis

L Williams, Teacher & Expert Reviewer

The writing is clear, informative and authoritative throughout

L Williams, Teacher & Expert Reviewer

The author demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the specification

L Williams, Teacher & Expert Reviewer

Information for students on each musical element is accurate and clear

L Williams, Teacher & Expert Reviewer

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