Songs, concerts, playlists, and the place music has in our lives. 20 questions from A1 to C1, with follow-ups and role plays. Answer out loud in full sentences.
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A1Beginner
Do you like music?Then: What kind of music do you like?
Who is your favorite singer or band?
Can you play a musical instrument?Then: Which one would you like to play?
When do you listen to music?
Do you like to sing?Then: Where do you like to sing?
A2Elementary
What music did you listen to as a teenager?Then: Do you still listen to it?
Have you ever been to a concert or a music festival?Then: What was it like?
What kind of music is popular in your country right now?
How often do you listen to songs in English?Then: Do you understand the words?
B1Intermediate
Is there a song that brings back a strong memory for you?Then: What does it remind you of?
If you could see any musician perform live, past or present, who would you choose?
Have your tastes in music changed over the years?Then: What do you think changed them?
What music would you share with a visitor who wanted to understand your country?
Do you think listening to songs is a good way to learn a language?Then: Which songs have helped you with English?
B2Upper intermediate
What are the pros and cons of music streaming services, for musicians and for listeners?
Do you wish you had learned an instrument, or kept playing one you started?Then: Is it too late to start now?
How has the way people discover new music changed compared with a generation ago?
C1Advanced
Can music be fully understood outside the culture it comes from, or is something always lost?
As AI becomes able to compose songs, what, if anything, will make human-made music special?
Why do certain songs become shared anthems for a whole generation or country?
Role plays
Work with a partner or a tutor. Read the situation together, then each person opens only their own card. Use the phrases to help you.
A2 Elementary
Buying concert tickets
Your favorite band is playing in your city this weekend. You call the ticket office to buy two tickets.
Card A: Fan
You want two tickets for Saturday night, and you can spend about 100 dollars in total. Ask about prices, seats, and times, then decide.
Card B: Ticket seller
Saturday’s regular tickets are sold out. There are VIP tickets for Saturday at 90 dollars each, or regular tickets for Sunday at 45 dollars each. Explain the options and answer questions.
Useful phrases
Do you have any tickets for…?
How much are they?
Are there any cheaper seats?
What time does it start?
I’m sorry, those are sold out.
I’ll take…
B1 Intermediate
Planning the music for a party
You and a friend are organizing a surprise birthday party for another friend. You need to decide on the music.
Card A: Organizer A
You want to hire a small local band because live music would make the party special. Explain why it is worth the cost.
Card B: Organizer B
You think a band is too expensive and the space is small. You would prefer a good playlist. Discuss the budget and the guests, then agree on a plan.