IELTS Writing Task 2 & Speaking Part 1 - Bài Mẫu Chủ Đề: Music

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IELTS WRITING TASK 2 - SAMPLE ESSAY

Question 1: Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

⇒ Sample Essay 1:

It is often said that music has the power to unite and connect people, regardless of their cultural backgrounds or ages. I completely agree with this view and will give my reasons below.

Music can certainly reach across cultural and national boundaries and bring people together. Perhaps the best example of this would be the Live Aid concerts that took place back in the 1980s, and which were broadcast to a global audience. Two live events were held simultaneously in the UK and the US, and the objective was to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. The concerts were a huge success, both in terms of the number of people around the world who watched them and their impact on international public awareness of the famine. They demonstrated, I believe, that music truly is the planet’s global language.

Just as it transcends cultures, music also has the ability to connect people from different generations. Regardless of age, we can all enjoy a memorable melody, a strong rhythm or a beautiful singing voice, and the best songs seem to have the same magical effect on all of us. This would explain why televised music competitions, such as ‘The X Factor’ or ‘The Voice’, are such popular prime-time shows. These programmes attract incredibly broad audiences because singing and popular songs appeal to children, parents, and grandparents alike. I would argue that no other form of entertainment can bring families together in this way.

In conclusion, I believe that music is unique in its capacity to create shared experiences between people, irrespective of culture and age.

(265 words, Band 9.0)

VOCABULARY

the power to unite and connect people: sức mạnh gắn kết và kết nối mọi người
reach across cultural and national boundaries: vươn ra khỏi ranh giới văn hóa và dân tộc
transcends cultures: vượt lên các nền văn hóa
connect people from different generations: kết nối con người ở những thế hệ khác nhau
prime-time shows: chương trình được phát sóng vào khung giờ vàng

Question 2: There are many types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important and should it be preserved or is international music that is heard everywhere nowadays more useful to a society?

⇒ Sample Essay 2:

Music exists in some form or another in every culture around the world and it provides enjoyment to millions of people. However, some people are concerned that traditional music is being lost because of the popularity of international music.

Without a doubt, music is a necessity. Firstly, music is important as it provides enjoyment and pleasure in daily life. People listen to music to relax at home, to relieve the boredom of long journeys, and to dance in the evening at clubs. Not only this, music is also an expression of culture, often being an essential part of religious ceremonies such as weddings and funerals or yearly festivals. It is also now common in educational development as children learn to play music at school.

In considering which kind of music is the most important, international music is certainly useful to society because it can be argued that it helps us to understand and relate to other people, cultures, and countries as we all listen to the same songs. This has occurred as globalization means Western music is heard around the world. However, it is critical that this is not at the expense of traditional music. It should be a priority to preserve this since it teaches people about their history, and helps societies remember and retain their national and cultural identity.

To conclude, I would argue that one type of music is not more important or useful than another. Traditional music is vital and should be preserved as it is part of a country’s cultural identity, but both are needed as they provide enjoyment to people in different ways.

(270 words, Band 8.0)

VOCABULARY

traditional music: âm nhạc truyền thống
international music: âm nhạc quốc tế
provides enjoyment and pleasure: mang đến niềm vui và sự thú vị
relieve the boredom: giải tỏa sự nhàm chán
an expression of culture: một biểu hiện của văn hóa
national and cultural identity: bản sắc dân tộc và văn hóa

IELTS SPEAKING PART 1 - SAMPLE ANSWERS

Do you like listening to music?

So far I haven’t met anyone who dislikes listening to music. However, when the workload is too heavy that requires me to stay highly focused, music is a huge distraction. Unlike many people who like listening to instrumental music because it highly benefits their concentration and study, in my case the music makes me feel instantly sleepy.

When do you listen to music?

Well, music is essential to humans in the whole world so I’m no exception. I usually listen to music when I’m in need of relaxation or a quick escape from the stressful world of work, or when I need to stay focus.

How much time do you spend listening to music every day?

Not very much, only when I commute to work in the morning and when I go back home in the evening. I always put on my earphones listening to my favourite music artists when I’m on the train as it helps me relax my mind and at the same time uplift my spirit. I cannot imagine my everyday life without music.

What kinds of music do you like to listen to?

Well, I only listen to one type of music and that is independent music, either indie rock or indie pop. I am supportive of indie artists as they are giving their best to showcase their raw talent in music without restrictions from record labels. As a result, they produce meaningful songs unlike some other pop artists’ music that is too commercialized - the artistry has been compromised because of the main goal which is to make a lot of money.

Does your taste of music change from the past?

Yes, of course. When I was in high school, my teen music taste was dominated by pop music with catchy tunes and fast tempos. However, now I prefer listening to instrumental music with gentle melodies to find peace and relaxation.

Do you play any kinds of musical instruments?

Due to my total lack of rhythm and the fact that I am tone deaf, I would not even consider embarrassing myself with any attempt to play a musical instrument. On a related subject, on the race occasion that I attempt to sing a hymn in church, along with everyone else.

How do you feel when you listen to music?

Everything depends on the type of music I’m listening to. For example, when you’re happy and listen to some happy music, it will boost your happiness. On the other hand, if you’re sad, sad music might get you even more sad. But most of the time, listening to some music helps me pick up my energy and chill a bit.

Do you like any foreign celebrities?

Absolutely. The person that I have had a soft spot for is Miley Cyrus. I guess most people at the same age as me grew up with Disney Channel and among its successful series, Hannah Montana starring Miley Cyrus would always be on top of my list. Although now she’s grown up, I’m still a big fan of her amazing voice and highly inspiring songs.

Have you ever been to a musical performance?

Once in a blue moon, I attend a concert, since the ticket price for foreign artists’ concerts is so out of my reach that I can only stay home and watch online. It was 2018 that I finally did go to a concert on my own, obviously, it was an international music concert. It was absolutely mind-blowing and unforgettable for me.

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