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📕 A2: Grades 10-12 • MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

My Playlist Review

In this lesson, students learn to talk about their favorite music using present simple and like/love/hate + -ing. They will explore new vocabulary and share their own playlists.

My Playlist Review
💬 Warm-up
1 What kind of music do you like?
2 Do you have a favorite singer or band?
3 How often do you listen to music?

🎯 Objectives

  • Use present simple to describe music preferences.
  • Apply like/love/hate + -ing when talking about songs.
  • Discuss genres, bands, singers, and lyrics.
In this block:

📚 Vocabulary

1.
genre
"My favorite genre is pop."
a type or style of music
2.
pop
"I love listening to pop songs."
popular music with catchy tunes
3.
concert
"I went to a concert last weekend."
a live music performance
4.
band
"My favorite band is Coldplay."
a group of musicians who play together
5.
singer
"The singer has a beautiful voice."
a person who sings
6.
lyrics
"The lyrics of this song are very meaningful."
the words of a song
🗓️ Friday, 9th October 2026
genre
a type or style of music
pop
popular music with catchy tunes
concert
a live music performance
band
a group of musicians who play together
singer
a person who sings
lyrics
the words of a song

✍️ Practice

Guess the missing word.
1. Last summer I saw my favorite band perform at a stadium.
2. My favorite genre is hip-hop because the beats are energetic.
3. I want to go to a live concert next month.
4. I love listening to pop music when I feel happy.
5. The lyrics of that song tell a sad story about friendship.
🗓️ Friday, 9th October 2026
1. Last summer I saw my favorite band perform at a stadium.
2. My favorite genre is hip-hop because the beats are energetic.
3. I want to go to a live concert next month.
4. I love listening to pop music when I feel happy.
5. The lyrics of that song tell a sad story about friendship.

📖 Reading

My Favorite Playlist

Hi! I'm Maya and I love music. My favorite genre is pop, but I also like rock. I have a playlist with my top five songs. One song is by my favorite band, BTS. The singer has an amazing voice and the lyrics are really inspiring. I listen to this song every morning.

Another song on my playlist is from a pop star named Dua Lipa. I love dancing to her songs. The lyrics are fun and the beat makes me happy. I don't like slow songs because they make me feel bored.

Last month I went to a concert with my friend. It was my first time seeing a live band. The singer talked to the audience and we sang along. I really enjoyed the experience. Now I want to go to more concerts in the future.

Comprehension Questions

1.
What is Maya's favorite music genre?
Maya's favorite genre is pop, but she also likes rock.
2.
Why does Maya like Dua Lipa's songs?
She loves dancing to them and the lyrics are fun.
3.
What did Maya do last month?
She went to a concert with her friend.
4.
How did Maya feel at the concert?
She really enjoyed the experience and sang along.
5.
Does Maya like slow songs? Why or why not?
No, she doesn't like slow songs because they make her feel bored.

🎧 Listening Practice

Eric's Favorite Songs

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Listening context

Comprehension Questions

1.
Who is Eric's favorite singer?
Eric's favorite singer is Bruno Mars.
2.
Why does Eric love pop music?
He loves pop music because it is catchy and the lyrics are about love and fun.
3.
How does Eric feel about slow music?
He hates slow music because it makes him sleepy.
4.
What did Eric do last summer?
He went to a concert of his favorite band.
5.
Does Eric and his friend Josh like the same music?
No, Josh likes rock music, but Eric prefers pop.

🗣️ Pair Work

Music Exchange

"Work with a partner. Share your favorite song and discuss it. Use the vocabulary words."

👉 Tell your partner the title of your favorite song.

👉 Explain what genre it is and who the singer or band is.

👉 Describe how you feel when you listen to it (use like/love/hate + -ing).

👉 Ask your partner about their favorite song and its lyrics.

🚀 EnglishDee Tasks

KEYWORDS: genre pop concert band singer lyrics
✍️ WRITING

My Playlist

Write about your top 3 favorite songs. For each song, include the genre, artist (singer or band), and why it matters to you. Write 80-100 words.

✅ Checklist:
  • Write 80-100 words.
  • Use at least 4 vocabulary words.
  • Use present simple and like/love/hate + -ing.
🎙️ SPEAKING

Song Pitch

Record a 45-second talk. Convince a friend to listen to your favorite song. Mention the genre, singer, and lyrics.

✅ Checklist:
  • Speak for 45 seconds.
  • Use at least 4 vocabulary words.
  • Speak clearly and with feeling.
Helpful Phrases
  • You should listen to...
  • I love this song because...
  • The lyrics are...
  • This genre makes me feel...