1. You indicated in the survey that you listen to music. What kinds of music do you listen to? Who are some of your favorite musicians or composers?
- I enjoy listening to many types of music, but my favorite is pop music because it is catchy and makes me feel happy. I also like soft rock and acoustic music when I want to relax.
- I’m not a fan of any singer. The Walls is my favorite band. Trinh Cong Son is my favorite artist. I like their songs because the melodies are good and the lyrics are meaningful.
- I feel that music can change my mood. For example, upbeat songs make me feel energetic, while soft songs help me feel calm and focused. Music is a big part of my life, and I listen to it almost every day.
2. When and where do you usually listen to music? Do you listen to the radio? Do you go to concerts? Tell me about the different ways you enjoy music.
- I usually listen to music at home, especially in the evening when I want to relax after a busy day. Sometimes I play music while doing housework or cooking because it makes everything more enjoyable.
- I also listen to music when I’m outside. For example, I like listening to songs on my smartphone while walking in the park, taking the bus, or exercising. It helps me feel more energetic and focused.
- Besides using my phone, I sometimes listen to the radio to hear the latest hits or discover new songs. I also watch music videos on YouTube or listen on Spotify because I can choose exactly the songs I like.
- Although I don’t go to concerts very often, I really enjoy them. The live music, the lights, and the crowd create a special feeling that you can’t get from listening at home.
- Overall, I enjoy music everywhere - at home, on the go, and at concerts. Music is a big part of my daily life, and it helps me relax, feel happy, and enjoy free time.
3. When did you first become interested in music? What kinds of music did you like at first? Tell me about how your interest in music developed from your childhood until today.
- I first became interested in music when I was a child. I used to listen to children’s songs and sing along with my family. I remember really liking nursery rhymes and cartoon songs.
- As I grew older, I started listening to pop and rock music. I began learning the lyrics and singing along. I also started exploring different kinds of music, like acoustic or electronic music. At that time, there was a band in Vietnam named “The Wall”, this band was very famous.
- Now, I listen to different kinds of music. I sometimes listen to pop music, but I am sometimes in the mood for classical music. I also enjoy rap music when I'm feeling excited.
4. Could you think back to a particularly memorable time when you heard live music? When was it? Where were you? Who were you with? What happened that made that performance so memorable?
- I remember going to a concert with my wife a few years ago. It was a concert by a Vietnamese singer.
- The mood of the concert was amazing. The crowd was singing together, and the band performed all their popular songs. People were screaming during the concert and they sang along to most of the songs. The concert was completely sold-out.
- It was unforgettable because it was my first big concert, and being there with my wife made it even more special. The energy, the lights, and the music combined to create a memory that I will always remember.