Music

The other night, my husband and I were in a local restaurant. In a high chair nearby was an adorable one-year-old girl, be-bopping to the music on the PA system. Her hands were raised high, her feet were going a hundred miles an hour, and the biggest grin I’d ever seen on a child was spread from ear to ear. My heart instantly swelled, as I thought to myself, “That little one has rhythm in her bones!” At least half of my time waiting for the food was spent just watching her rock and roll.
Almost all children LOVE music! Studies have shown that music enhances a child’s comprehension abilities, helps them with math concepts, assists in the development of fine motor skills, and helps to build self-confidence. Many children with special needs have been known to excel at music even though they are unable to communicate or participate in regular structured activities. In general, music enhances the lives of many children and adults as well.
MUSIC – a song accompanied by instruments; any pleasing or interesting sounds
Melody – tune
Artist – a musical performer; singer
Concert – musical performance wherein several voices & instruments take part
Band – a group of musicians
MP3 – type of digital audio format of music
Music CD – form of plastic digital media that stores recorded music of a certain artist/s
“ tune out ” – go off
“ music to my ears ” – appealing or nice to hear
“ can carry a tune ” – can sing
“ face the music ” – confront the issue
“ dance to a different beat “ – doesn’t conform to usual practices
Can you sing? Are you a good singer?
Can you play a musical instrument? What kind?
What’s your favorite music genre’? Pop? Rock? Dance? Jazz? Classical?
Who is your favorite music artist / group / band?
Do you like singing karaoke? How often do you sing karaoke?
How does music make you feel?
How many CD's do you have? What was the last CD you bought?
How much time do you spend listening to music?
If you could play any musical instrument, what would it be?
If you could start a band, what type of music would you play? Why?
Have you ever been to a concert? Whose concert did you recently watch?
Is there any kind of music that you hate?
What is one of your favorite songs? Who sings it? Why?
Which do you prefer, songs in English, or songs in your own language?
Do you ever download MP3 files from the Internet?
Do you enjoy music videos?
Do you sing while taking a bath?
When was the last time you went dancing/clubbing?
How does music affect people’s lives?
Why do you think music is important?