雅思九分转载 Simon's 'music' essay
20121010
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>Essay question:
There are many types of music in the world today. Why do we need music? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the internationalmusic that is heard everywhere nowadays?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge and experience (to support your opinion).
>Example answer:
It is true that a rich variety of musical styles can be found around the world. Music is a vital part of all human cultures for a range of reasons, and I would argue that traditional music is more important than modern, international music.
Music is something that accompanies all of us throughout our lives. As children, we are taught songs by our parents and teachers as a means of learning language, or simply as a form of enjoyment. Children delight in singing with others, and it would appear that the act of singing in a group creates a connection between participants, regardless of their age. Later in life, people's musical preferences develop, and we come to see our favorite songs as part of our life stories. Music both expresses and arouses emotions in a way that words alone cannot. In short, it is difficult to imagine without it.
In my opinion, traditional music should be valued over the international music that has become so popular. International pop music is often cathy and fun, but it is essentially a commercial product that is marketed and sold by business people. Traditional music, by contrast, expresses the culture, customs and history of a country. Traditional styles, such as folksongs, connect us to the past and form part of our cultural identity. It would be a real pity if pop music became so predominant that these national styles disappeared.
In conclusion, music is a necessary part of human existence, and I believe that traditional music should be given more importance thn international music.
(261 words, band 9)
