Delve into the world of musical education as the hosts share their childhood experiences with instruments like drums, piano, and violin. They discuss the importance of music in kids' lives and the role of parental encouragement. Hear about the joy and challenges of learning music, navigating budget cuts in school programs, and balancing adult responsibilities with musical passions. Their lighthearted stories and reflections on aspirations spark a nostalgic look at how music shapes our lives.
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Early Violin And Chorus Experience
Indiana took violin and participated in chorus during elementary and middle school.
She later dabbled in bass and piano but never pursued them seriously.
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First Piano And A Yamaha With Beats
Andrew started piano around age 9 or 10 after his parents bought an electric Yamaha piano.
He loved the built-in beats and experimented with making tracks and melodies on it.
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Self-Taught Guitar And Big Drum Kit
Andrew bought a cheap electric guitar with paper-route savings and taught himself using library books.
He also begged for drums, got a large Ludwig kit, practiced in the basement, and later took drum lessons.
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This episode is all about musical education! Andrew and Indiana share stories about learning instruments as kids, their music classes at school, and how they feel about playing musical instruments today. You'll hear Andrew talk about jamming on his drum set in his basement, Indiana's experiences in school chorus, and whether they think parents should push their kids to take music lessons.
This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners who want to pick up natural vocabulary and expressions about music, school, and hobbies while listening to a real conversation between native speakers.
In this lesson, you’ll work on:
Vocabulary: Learn natural English words and phrases about music, school, and hobbies.
Listening: Build your listening with this clear and easy-to-understand conversation between two native speakers.
Speaking: Improve your speaking skills by chatting about your own experiences with music education during one of our weekly conversation classes or by talking with other Culips listeners on our Discord server.
Culture: Discover what music education is like in Canada and the U.S., and why it’s important in schools.
Fluency: Listening to real conversations and stories helps you think in English and speak more confidently.
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