Talk about Music in English | A1 English Lesson
A1 English Lesson: How to Talk About Music in English
Talking about music is one of the most common everyday English conversation topics. Whether you're meeting someone for the first time, talking with friends, classmates, or coworkers, music is a great way to start a conversation in English.
In this lesson, you'll learn useful English vocabulary and expressions to talk about the music you like and dislike, explain your opinions, and describe the musical instruments you can play.
This lesson includes:
🎥 An A1 English Listening Video
📝 A Complete Transcript of the Video
📚 A List of Music Vocabulary in English
💬 A Speaking Practice Activity
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🎥A1 English Listening Video🎥
📝Transcript📝
🎵 Audio 1: Yuki's Music Preferences
Hi, my name is Yuki, and I love music. My favorite types of music are pop, rock, and hip hop because they are fun. I don't like heavy metal because it is noisy. I also don't like classical music because I think it is dull. I can't play any musical instruments, but I can sing very well. Oh, da, da, da! I would like to learn to play the piano one day. My friend Juan says he can teach me. I think music is a wonderful way to relax and have fun.
🎸 Audio 2: Juan's Music Preferences
Hi, my name is Juan, and making music is one of my favorite hobbies. I can play the guitar and the piano very well. I can also write and record songs. My favorite types of music are rock, jazz, and classical music. I love rock because it is fun. I like jazz because it is pleasant. I enjoy classical music because it is relaxing and peaceful. I don't like pop or country music. I think they are horrible and unpleasant. Music is one of my passions, and I really enjoy playing and sharing my music with my friends and family.
💬 Now It's Your Turn!
What music do you like and dislike?
Can you play a musical instrument?
📚English Music Vocabulary List📚
Review these words and expressions about music to build your English vocabulary and talk about music with confidence.
🎵 Music Genres
Pop · Rock · Hip hop · Jazz · Classical music · Heavy metal · Country music
😊 Common Adjectives
Fun · Catchy · Upbeat · Exciting · Energetic · Loud · Cool · Pleasant · Smooth · Relaxing · Peaceful · Beautiful · Noisy · Calm · Emotional
🎸Musical Instruments
Microphone · Keyboard · Drums · Electric guitar · Bass guitar · Headphones · Saxophone · Trumpet · Piano · Violin · Cello · Acoustic guitar · Banjo
💬A1 English Speaking Activity💬
Instructions: Answer the questions with your own ideas.
What music genres do you like? Why?
I like _____________ because _____________.
What music genres do you dislike? Why?
I don't like _____________ because _____________.
Can you play a musical instrument or sing?
I can/can't _____________.
Who is your favorite singer or band?
My favorite singer/band is _____________ because _____________.
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