Introduction
Situation
Katy and Juan, cousins who share a love for music, recently had an exciting conversation about their musical interests. Katy had just returned from a vibrant music festival where she enjoyed both upbeat and mellow performances.
She was eager to share her experience with Juan, who had been exploring different musical genres lately, including Gregorian chants.
Their conversation touched on various aspects of music, from lively rhythms to serene melodies, as they planned to collaborate on composing and performing music together in the near future.
Conversation
Dialog
Katy: Hey Juan, I just got back from a music festival. It was amazing!
Juan: That sounds awesome, Katy! What kind of music did they play?
Katy: There was a great mix. Some bands were really upbeat, making everyone dance. Others had a more mellow vibe, perfect for chilling out.
Juan: I love that kind of variety. Did you hear any instrumental performances?
Katy: Yes, there was this incredible instrumental band that used a lot of unusual instruments. They even incorporated some dissonant harmonies, which was really unique.
Juan: That sounds interesting. I've been getting into different styles of music myself. Lately, I've been fascinated by Gregorian chants. They have such a serene and timeless quality.
Katy:Gregorian chants are beautiful. They’re so different from what we usually listen to. Have you tried to compose anything inspired by them?
Juan: Not yet, but I’m thinking about it. I want to rehearse a few ideas before I start composing something serious. Maybe we can perform it together once it’s ready.
Katy: That would be so cool!
Katy: Sounds like a plan, Juan. I’m looking forward to it!
Vocabulary
Upbeat
Definition: Lively and cheerful.
Translation: Animado
Mellow
Definition: Soft, smooth, and pleasant.
Translation: Suave
Chill out
Definition: To relax and take it easy.
Translation: Relaxar
Dissonant
Definition: Lacking harmony; clashing.
Translation: Dissonante
Get into
Definition: To become interested or involved in something.
Translation: Interessar-se por
Gregorian chant
Definition: A form of plainchant used in the liturgy of the Western Church.
Translation: Canto gregoriano
Serene
Definition: Calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
Translation: Sereno
Timeless
Definition: Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion.
Translation: Atemporal
Rehearse
Definition: To practice a play, piece of music, etc. in preparation for a performance.
Translation: Ensaiar
Compose
Definition: To create or write a piece of music or art.
Translation: Compor
Perform
Definition: To present a form of entertainment to an audience.
Translation: Apresentar, executar
Sample sentences
Upbeat
The band's upbeat music lifted everyone's spirits at the festival.
Her upbeat personality always brightens the room.
Mellow
We enjoyed a mellow evening by the fireplace, listening to soft jazz.
His voice is so mellow that it instantly calms me down.
Chill out
After a stressful week, all I want to do is chill out with a good book.
They decided to chill out in the park after their exams.
Dissonant
The avant-garde composer used dissonant chords to create a sense of tension.
The dissonant sounds in the background added to the eerie atmosphere of the film.
Get into
Lately, I’ve been trying to get into classical music.
It took me a while to get into yoga, but now I love it.
Gregorian chant
The monks began their morning with a Gregorian chant.
I find Gregorian chants very soothing and meditative.
Serene
The serene landscape of the countryside helped her unwind.
Her serene demeanor was comforting during the crisis.
Timeless
The timeless beauty of the old castle attracted many tourists.
Classic novels like "Pride and Prejudice" have a timeless appeal.
Rehearse
The actors need to rehearse their lines several times before the show.
We will rehearse the dance routine every day this week.
Compose
He plans to compose a symphony for the upcoming competition.
She learned to compose music on the piano at a young age.
Perform
The children will perform a play at the school assembly.
The band is scheduled to perform at the local music festival next month.
Exercises
Initial role play
| upbeat | mellow | chill out |
| dissonant | get into | Gregorian chant |
| serene | timeless | rehearse |
| compose | perform | |
Final role play
| upbeat | mellow | chill out |
| dissonant | get into | Gregorian chant |
| serene | timeless | rehearse |
| compose | perform | |
Personal experience
Homework
Reading comprehension
Where did Katy just come back from?
What type of music was played by some bands at the festival?
What kind of music has Juan been getting into lately?
What did Juan suggest they do together next week?
How does Katy plan to add a modern twist to the Gregorian chant they might perform?
Fill-in-the-Blank
Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the list:
| upbeat | mellow | chill out |
| dissonant | get into | timeless |
| Gregorian chant | serene | rehearse |
| compose | perform | |
The band's __________ music lifted everyone's spirits at the festival.
Lately, I’ve been trying to __________ classical music.
The monks began their morning with a __________.
We enjoyed a __________ evening by the fireplace, listening to soft jazz.
The __________ landscape of the countryside helped her unwind.
Classic novels like "Pride and Prejudice" have a __________ appeal.
The avant-garde composer used __________ chords to create a sense of tension.
The children will __________ a play at the school assembly.
After a stressful week, all I want to do is __________ with a good book.
The actors need to __________ their lines several times before the show.
She learned to __________ music on the piano at a young age.
Her voice is so __________ that it instantly calms me down.
The band is scheduled to __________ at the local music festival next month.
It took me a while to __________ yoga, but now I love it.
His __________ personality always brightens the room.
We will __________ the dance routine every day this week.
The __________ sounds in the background added to the eerie atmosphere of the film.
I find __________ very soothing and meditative.
She plans to __________ a symphony for the upcoming competition.
They decided to __________ in the park after their exams.
Her __________ demeanor was comforting during the crisis.
The timeless beauty of the old castle attracted many tourists.
Create a dialog
Use the following words:
| Gregorian chant | serene | chill out |
| get into | mellow | upbeat |
| dissonant | timeless | rehearse |
| compose | perform |