- •Unit 4. Man and music How musical are you?
- •Results
- •Musical instruments
- •Vocabulary and speaking Student a
- •Picture a
- •Student b
- •Picture b
- •Worksheet a
- •Worksheet b
- •World music
- •1. Read the following passage. Does it sound like the kind of music you'd like?
- •Kinds of music
- •A Passionate Musician
- •Pop music
- •A visit to a rock festival
- •Jazz music
- •The New Music Awards
The New Music Awards
Listening and speaking
1. Work in pairs. Read the information below.
The New Music Award aims to encourage the creation of imaginative and original pieces of new British music of any genre. It is awarded to the idea for a project, rather than the finished work itself. Entries may be submitted by individuals or people working as part of a group or organization, including schools and colleges. The winning entry receives up to £50,000 to be used towards the creation and performance of the work. This can be in any context or media, such as radio, TV, Internet or live at a venue or special location.
2. Do you think this award is necessary for people?
3. What kind of pieces of music do you think are created by the participants?
4. Listen to five people talking about their entries for the New Music Award and complete the table (T. 4.7-4.11).
Name |
Sounds |
Performance location or media |
Title of work |
1. Nigel |
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2. Moira |
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3. Damien |
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4. Annette |
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5. Mike |
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5. Put the five entries from the listening in order from your favourite (1) to your least favourite (5). Discuss your choices in small groups and decide on a winner and a runner-up.
6. In the same groups, put together your own entry for the award. Discuss and make notes for each of the categories in the table in exercise 2.
7. Choose a member of your group to present your entry to the rest of the class. Then vote for one of the entries. You may not vote for your own.
Simulation
1. As a part of the annual local festival which takes place in your area, your university theatre is going to be able to put on one of the following shows:
A classical music concert
A jazz concert
A pop music concert
A rock concert
A concert of imaginative music
In groups, decide which show would be the most appropriate. Consider the following:
Which show would attract the most sizable audience in your area?
Which show would promote your university's image as a place where art is appreciated?
2. You have chosen the kind of the show you are going to organize. Work in groups and discuss what must be prepared. Distribute the duties and write the script of your show.