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This programme follows Devonshire Primary School in Smethwick who have started singing games as part of the Singing Communities project, devised by Birmingham-based Ex Cathedra. This has resulted in the whole school enjoying singing, which has had a positive effect on behaviour, raising esteem and developing a strong sense of community. The playground becomes the stage and the children are the choir. The have been introduced to playtimes and are from a range of cultures. Children are taught to be Song Leaders in the singing projects and instigate singing games in the playground, including skipping games, clapping games, chanting, hopscotch and circle games.