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1. Image
Look at the picture. What instruments can you name?
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2. Vocabulary
- lyricsслова песни
- choirхор
- musicianмузыкант
- singerпевец / певица
- bandгруппа
- concertконцерт
- performanceвыступление
- melodyмелодия
- rhythmритм
- instrumentмузыкальный инструмент
- guitarгитара
- pianoпианино
- drumsбарабаны
- violinскрипка
- fluteфлейта
- trumpetтруба
- audienceзрители, публика
- practiceрепетировать, тренироваться
- play an instrumentиграть на музыкальном инструменте
- sing in a choirпеть в хоре
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3. Grammar
Present Simple for Music Facts and Habits
We use the present simple to talk about:
- facts that are generally true
- habits and regular actions
1) Form
Affirmative
- I/You/We/They play the guitar.
- He/She plays the piano.
Negative
- I/You/We/They do not (don’t) listen to music at work.
- He/She does not (doesn’t) sing in a band.
Questions
- Do you listen to music every day?
- Does she play the violin?
2) When we use it
Use the present simple for:
- things people do often
- routines
- general facts about music
3) Example sentences
- A musician practices every day.
- My brother plays the drums.
- Our local band plays at small concerts on Saturdays.
- I listen to jazz in the evening.
- She doesn’t play an instrument.
- He doesn’t go to concerts very often.
- Does your friend sing in a band?
- Do they like live music?
4) Spelling rule for he / she / it
Add -s to the verb:
- play → plays
- sing → sings
- listen → listens
- go → goes
5) Common mistakes
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Wrong: He play the guitar.
Correct: He plays the guitar. -
Wrong: She don’t listen to music.
Correct: She doesn’t listen to music. -
Wrong: Does he plays in a band?
Correct: Does he play in a band? -
Wrong: I am listen to music every day.
Correct: I listen to music every day.
6) Quick check
Choose the correct form:
- My sister plays / play the violin.
- They listen / listens to music after dinner.
- Do / Does he work in a music shop?
- The singer doesn’t / don’t perform on Mondays.
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4. Text
Local musician profile
Maya Reed is a local musician in my town. She works in a bookstore in the morning, and she plays the violin in the evening. Maya also sings in a small band with two friends. They practice on Tuesdays and Fridays in a community room near the park.
Maya does not play loud music at home. She likes calm songs and short practice sessions after dinner. On Saturdays, she performs at a café. Many people come to listen to her music, and some people ask for her favourite song again.
Maya says music is part of her daily life. She does not want to be famous. She wants to play well and make people happy.
Grammar note
We use the present simple for routines and facts:
- She plays the violin in the evening.
- They practice on Tuesdays and Fridays.
- She does not play loud music at home.
Context note
In many towns, musicians perform in cafés, small clubs, parks, and community rooms, not only in big concert halls.
Discuss
- What does Maya do in the evening?
- Where does she perform on Saturdays?
- Do you prefer small live music places or big concerts?
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5. Multiple choice
Read the text and choose the best answer for each question.
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Where does the musician work in the morning?
In a coffee shop
In a bookstore
At a school
In a hospital
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What instrument does she play in the evening?
The violin
The flute
The guitar
The drums
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Who does she perform with?
Her family
Two friends
Her students
A choir group
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When do they practice?
On Mondays and Thursdays
On Tuesdays and Fridays
Every morning
Only on weekends
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Where do they practice?
In a community room near the park
In a music shop downtown
At her home
In a concert hall
Answer key (teachers only)
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- Q1B. In a bookstore
- Q2A. The violin
- Q3B. Two friends
- Q4B. On Tuesdays and Fridays
- Q5A. In a community room near the park
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6. Listening
Listening
Listen to two adults talking about music. Then answer the questions.
- What kind of music does Lena usually listen to on weekdays?
- When does Mark often listen to music?
- Does Lena play any instrument?
- What instrument does Mark play a little?
- Where did Mark go last Saturday evening?
- How did Mark feel at the concert?
Teacher audio script
Lena: I usually listen to soft music on weekdays. It helps me start the day calmly. Mark: Nice. I listen to music in the car on my way to work, and sometimes at home after dinner. Lena: Do you play any instrument? Mark: A little. I can play the guitar, but I am not very good. Lena: That is still great. I do not play an instrument, but I like live music. Mark: Me too. I went to a small concert last Saturday. Lena: Really? Who played there? Mark: A local band played jazz and pop songs. Lena: Sounds fun. Was the place busy? Mark: Yes, the audience was small, but everyone was happy. Lena: I like concerts when the music is close and clear. Mark: Exactly. I felt relaxed and cheerful after the show. Lena: Maybe we can go to a concert together one day. Mark: That would be nice.
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7. True / false
Read each statement and choose True or False.
One speaker listens to music in the morning before work.
Both speakers prefer the same music style.
One speaker says music helps them relax.
Neither speaker listens to music on weekends.
One speaker likes to hear music while cooking.
Answer key (teachers only)
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- 1. One speaker listens to music in the morning before work.True
- 2. Both speakers prefer the same music style.False
- 3. One speaker says music helps them relax.True
- 4. Neither speaker listens to music on weekends.False
- 5. One speaker likes to hear music while cooking.True
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8. Speaking
Class speaking activity — read, then practise aloud with your teacher or partner
Pair discussion
Take turns asking and answering the questions below. Give short full answers when you can.
Ask your partner
- What kind of music do you enjoy most?
- Do you ever listen to music at home, in the car, or at work?
- Can you sing, or do you only listen?
- Do you play an instrument now, or did you play one in the past?
- Which instrument sounds nice to you: guitar, piano, drums, or violin?
- Have you ever been to a concert?
- Do you prefer a band or a solo singer?
- What music helps you relax after a busy day?
Useful speaking phrases
- I like ...
- I usually listen to ...
- Yes, I can / No, I can’t.
- I play ...
- I don’t play an instrument.
- I went to a concert once.
- I prefer ... because ...
Pair challenge
After both students answer, say one thing you learned about your partner’s music habits.
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9. Short answer
Write short answers. Use 1–3 sentences for each question.
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How often do you listen to music in a normal week?
2.
Where do you usually hear music during the day?
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Do you play an instrument now or in the past?
4.
Which singer or band do you enjoy most?
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10. Writing task
Write a short paragraph about your music habits, favorite instruments, and concerts. Use present simple and a few frequency expressions.
Aim for at least 60 words.
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11. Grammar practice
Choose the correct word for each sentence.
1.
My sister ___ to music on the bus.
listen
listens
listened
listening
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We ___ the drums at home on Saturdays.
play
plays
played
playing
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He ___ goes to a live concert after work.
often
always
never
play
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The band ___ practice on Monday mornings.
do not
does not
not
no
Answer key (teachers only)
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- Q1B. listens
- Q2A. play
- Q3A. often
- Q4A. do not
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12. Image
Review the new words and grammar before you finish.
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13. Board game
Student's turn
Student
Teacher
Play in pairs: move around the board, say the instrument or music word, and make a present simple sentence. Collect points for correct answers and finish at the concert!
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