Music Lesson Plan Template
A music lesson plan template for one class. It has the objective and instruments, then boxes for warm-up, song or piece, skill focus and movement, and a closing and assessment. Concept, grade, class and date are at the top.
- Grade Level
- K to Grade 12
- Pages
- 1
- Formats
- PDF, Google Docs, Word
- Paper Size
- US Letter and A4
- Checked By
- Milo, Classroom Teacher
- Last Updated
- October 2026
Music Lesson Plan Template Example
A 2nd grade lesson on steady beat with a folk song, rhythm sticks and a movement game.
What's in the Music Lesson Plan Template
Objective and Instruments
Two boxes for the music goal and the instruments and materials you need.
Warm-Up, Song, Skill, Movement
Four boxes that carry the lesson from the first sound to the last.
Closing and Assessment
Two boxes for how the lesson ends and how you check learning.
Editable Versions
Type into the Word, Google Docs or PDF file, or print it to fill in by hand.
How to Plan a Music Lesson with This Template
Name the Concept
Fill in the concept, such as steady beat, with the grade, class and date.
Match Goal and Instruments
Write the objective, then list the instruments and materials that support it.
Plan the Warm-Up and Song
Choose a vocal or rhythm warm-up, then the song or piece that carries the concept.
Add a Skill and Movement
Write the skill you will teach inside the piece, then a movement activity.
Close and Assess
Plan a closing routine, then write how you will listen for who has the concept.
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