IELTS writing 2 Simon demo8
Why do we need music?Is the traditional music of a country
more important than the international music that is
heard everywhere nowadays?
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
favourite 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 life without it.
In my opinion, traditional music should be valued over
the international music that has become
so popular. International pop music is often catchy 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 ...(example)..., 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 than international music.