Speaking practice: answer out loud for one minute
What kind of music do you like?
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12 conversation questions about music
- 1What kind of music do you like?
- 2Who is your favourite singer or band?
- 3When do you usually listen to music?
- 4Can you play a musical instrument?
- 5Have you ever been to a concert?
- 6What song reminds you of a special moment?
- 7Do you listen to music in English?
- 8Do you prefer old music or new music?
- 9Do you sing? Where?
- 10Can music change your mood?
- 11What music is traditional in your country?
- 12If you could see any artist live, who would it be?
Useful phrases
- I'm really into...
- I listen to it when...
- It puts me in a good mood.
- It reminds me of...
- I've been a fan since...
- I used to play the...
- I'm not a big fan of..., but...
- It's really catchy.
Key vocabulary
- genre
- a style of music, like pop or jazz
- catchy
- easy to remember and fun to sing
- lyrics
- the words of a song
- live
- performed in front of an audience
- playlist
- a list of songs you choose
- instrument
- something you play to make music, like a guitar
Sample answer
What kind of music do you like?
I like lots of different music, but I'm really into pop and old rock songs. I usually listen to music on my way to work and when I'm cooking. My favourite band is Coldplay. I've been a fan since I was a teenager, and I saw them live once. It was one of the best nights of my life.
Practise "Music" with a real partner
Questions are easier to remember once you've answered them out loud. Start a live 1-on-1 video call and use this topic to get the conversation going.
Practise this topic liveHow to practise this topic
- Answer each question in at least two or three sentences.
- Try to use two of the useful phrases and one new word in every answer.
- With a partner, ask a follow-up question like "Why?" or "Can you give an example?"
- Alone, record your one-minute answer and listen back for one thing to improve.