VI. Writing

Unit 3: Music

Writing

Writing a blog about an experience

I. Ann has just come back from a music event and shared her experience on a music website. Read her blog and complete the notes below.

Last Saturday, I went to the International Youth Music Festival with some friends. This music event was even bigger and better than last year. There were a lot of exciting performances with many famous bands and singers from all over the world. I must say that they were really cool on stage! We had a chance to see our favourite idols perform live and listen to their greatest hits. We also tasted a lot of yummy food from different countries such as Korea, Mexico, and Thailand.

This year the festival took place in a big country park, so there was plenty of space for us to enjoy the music and relax. We all felt excited when going to this festival because we could make new friends and enjoy the party atmosphere…

Ann’s notes (Những ghi chú của Ann)

- Event: International Youth Music Festival

(Sự kiện: Liên hoan Âm nhạc Thiếu niên Quốc tế)

- When: last Saturday

(Khi nào: thứ 7 tuần trước)

- Where: a big country park

(Ở đâu: một công viên nước lớn)

- Who with: some friends

(Với ai: một vài người bạn)

- Atmosphere: like a party 

(Không khí: như một bữa tiệc)

- What we did: saw our favourite idols perform live, listened to their greatest hits, tasted a lot of yummy food

(Chúng ta đã làm gì: xem các thần tượng yêu thích của mình biểu diễn trực tiếp, nghe những bản hit hay nhất của họ, nếm thử rất nhiều món ăn ngon)

- How we felt: excited

(Chúng tôi đã cảm thấy thế nào: hào hứng)

II. Work in groups. Put the words and phrases in the box below into the appropriate columns. Some words and phrases can go into more than one column.

III. Imagine you went to a music event. Write a blog (about 120 words) to share your experience. Use the notes in 1 and the words and phrases in 2 to help you.

Last weekend, I attended an electrifying music event that completely blew me away. The atmosphere was electric, with vibrant lights, pulsating beats, and an enthusiastic crowd that kept the energy soaring all night long. I was instantly drawn into the immersive experience as the band delivered an incredible live performance. Their powerful vocals, dynamic rhythm, and engaging stage presence created a sense of unity among the audience. Every song felt like a personal invitation to let loose and celebrate the moment. I left the event feeling uplifted, inspired, and grateful for such an unforgettable night. It was truly one of those rare experiences where music connects everyone, creating lasting memories that I will cherish forever.