Oliver the Musician

Let's Speak Frankly - 3 minute English Listening and Learning

While you are listening to the story - Try to answer these 3 questions;

1. Where did Oliver find the guitar?
2. What 4 instruments could Oliver play?
3. What happened after the talent show?

Vocabulary;
Humming - make a low, steady continuous sound like that of a bee

Tapping - the action of striking against something with a quick light blow or blows

Rhythm - a strong, regular repeated pattern of movement or sound.

Strummed -to play the guitar by sweeping the thumb up or down across the strings

Melodies - a sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying; a tune

Instrument - a tool or item used for work or music

Participate - take part in an action or activity.

Scholarship - a payment made to support a student's education

Professional - engaged in a specified activity as one's main paid occupation rather than as a pastime.

Musician - a person who plays a musical instrument

--Story Below--
Once upon a time, there was a boy named Oliver who loved music. Oliver was always humming a tune or tapping his feet to the rhythm of a song. One day, Oliver discovered an old guitar in his attic. It was dusty and a few strings were missing, but Oliver didn't care. He felt excited as he picked up the guitar and strummed it. He loved the sound it made.

Oliver began to practice every day. He taught himself how to play chords and melodies. Soon, he was able to play his favorite songs with ease. Oliver's friends and family were amazed at how quickly he had learned to play the guitar.

But Oliver wasn't happy with just playing one instrument. He wanted to learn more. So, he started to try other instruments like the piano, the drums, and the saxophone. Oliver practiced every day and soon became good at playing all of these instruments.

One day, Oliver's school was hosting a talent show. Oliver decided to participate and show off his musical skills. He played a medley of his favorite songs, switching between the guitar, piano, drums, and saxophone perfectly. The audience was amazed at Oliver's talent.

After the talent show, Oliver's music teacher approached him and offered him a scholarship to attend a famous music school. He had always dreamed of becoming a professional musician, and now his dream was within reach. Oliver continued to practice and play music every day, becoming a successful musician who inspired others with his talent.

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