Part 1: Getting Started
Introduction to music and arts
Getting Started: Music and Arts
11. Warm-up Discussion
Think about these questions:
- What kind of music do you like?
- Can you play any musical instruments?
- What art activities do you enjoy?
Music genres:
- Pop music (nhạc pop)
- Rock music (nhạc rock)
- Classical music (nhạc cổ điển)
- Folk music (nhạc dân gian)
22. Dialogue: Talking About Music Preferences
Conversation between Hoa and Nam
Hoa: What kind of music do you like, Nam?
Nam: I love pop music. I really like listening to Ed Sheeran's songs.
Hoa: Oh, I like pop music, too! Ed Sheeran is a great singer. But I also enjoy classical music.
Nam: Really? Classical music is different from pop music. It's much slower.
Hoa: Yes, but it's as beautiful as pop music. My mother is a pianist, so I grew up listening to classical pieces.
Nam: That's interesting! Can you play the piano?
Hoa: Yes, I can. I've been playing for five years. Can you play any instruments?
Nam: I can play the guitar, but not as well as you play the piano!
Hoa: You should play something for the school talent show next month.
Nam: Good idea! Let's perform together.
33. Key Vocabulary from the Dialogue
| Word | Type & Pronunciation | Vietnamese | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| singer | (n) /ˈsɪŋə(r)/ | ca sĩ | She is a great singer. |
| pianist | (n) /ˈpɪənɪst/ | nghệ sĩ piano | My mother is a pianist. |
| guitar | (n) /ɡɪˈtɑː(r)/ | đàn ghi-ta | I play the guitar. |
| perform | (v) /pəˈfɔːm/ | biểu diễn | Let's perform together. |
| talent show | (n) /ˈtælənt ʃəʊ/ | cuộc thi tài năng | The school talent show is fun. |
44. Comprehension Questions
Answer these questions about the dialogue:
- What kind of music does Nam like?
- Does Hoa like pop music too?
- What instrument does Hoa play?
- What instrument does Nam play?
- What event are they talking about performing at?
Answers:
- He loves pop music.
- Yes, she likes pop music too.
- She plays the piano.
- He plays the guitar.
- The school talent show.