My HOBBIES

I've always been intrigued |ɪnˈtriːɡd| in hairstylists.

There are numerous things in this career that you can do.
Such as analysing and inspecting hair, scalp, and skin to recommend
certain treatments for it.

I am passioned of it, because it requires creativity and allows you to

apply your skills every day, hairdressing is happiest jobs in the world.
Satisfying customers and achieving stunning outcomes can boost my
self-confidence, as I can always demonstrate my abilities to myself!
I'm really good at listening to my clients and figuring out what they
want.
I also love creating new styles and helping people feel confident about
their hair.

My new course at college

Music Speaking Part 1 – Set 1
Q1. What type of music do you listen to?
A. I enjoy all kinds of music genres. I grew up listening extensively to
both Rock and Jazz music, so they have a special place in my heart. But
I also enjoy Indie music and Soul.

Q2. Do you prefer to listen to music alone, or in company of

your friends’ company?
A. Sometimes, there may be albums that are very close to my heart, and
so I may listen to those alone. But if I share the same passion for an
artist as my friends do, we may listen to them together.

Music Vocabulary Speaking Part 1 – Set 1

1. genres– kinds, types
2. have a special place in my heart – are important to me 3. close to
my heart – important to me, dear to me

Other IELTS Speaking Part 1 Topics

Q1. Do you enjoy singing?
A. Interesting question, I like singing along to the radio or in the show
but I would never sing in public as I think I am probably tone deaf. I
have never had a natural singing ability so I prefer to sing when I am
alone.

Q2. Did you sing when you were growing up?

A. Yes, I did sing at school in assembly and for a short time I was in the
school choir. When you are very young you are less self-conscious
about performing in public so I often took part in concerts and plays.
Now, wild horses wouldn’t get me on stage.
Q3. Would you consider paying for singing classes?
A. Maybe it would be a good idea but I think it would be a waste of
money. I think people are born with the ability to sing well and I
definitely missed that particular skill when my parents had me. So no, I
wouldn’t even consider it.

Q1. What type of music do you enjoy listening to?

A. I like all sorts. From pop music that is popular at the moment, to hip
hop music and also I quite like some of the traditional Polish music my
family enjoys. I listen to pop music when I am working and hip hop
when I am exercising at home. There is a time and a place for
everything.

Q2. When do you usually listen to music?

A. I listen to music most of the time; on my headphones on public
transport on the way to work; there is music playing in the cafe where I
work also. I listen to my music when I am working out and I listen to
some chilled out music if I am trying to relax after a hard day.

Q3. Do you prefer to listen to music alone or with friends?

A. It depends on how I am feeling. If I am in the mood to be sociable it
is great to listen with friends and sing or dance together. On the other
hand, if I want to relax I am more likely to put on some music through
my headphones and zone out into my own personal space.

Q4. Can music affect your mood?

A. Yes, I think that it can. If I am feeling a bit down, I listen to some
dance music and it helps to cheer me up and give me energy. If you are
sad and listen to depressing music, it only brings you down further.
Music is very powerful.

Q5. How is it possible that music affects mood?

A. I think it is to do with how it affects our brains. Upbeat music can
produce a chemical that makes us feel happier whereas calming music
encourages our brains to relax. I am not sure exactly of the science, but
it definitely works.

Q6. Do you use music to change your mood?

A. Yes, it is sometimes difficult to make a change when you are feeling
low but I try to remember the positive effect and put on some lively
music to feel better. Before I go to sleep, I sometimes listen to some
acoustic music as it has a more calming effect

Set 3 Vocabulary
1. zone out – lose concentration, relax
2. cheer somebody up – make somebody happier
3. bring somebody down – make somebody feel depressed 4. feeling
low – feeling sad

Q1. What music do you like?

A. I really enjoy listening to pop music and sometimes rock. I like a lot
of music that I see online; I follow pop stars on YouTube. I sometimes
listen to rock as my family prefers this type of music and it is good to
dance to but I generally like mainstream music.

Q2. Do you play a musical instrument?

A. I play the piano. I have been playing since I was very young as my
parents were keen on me learning an instrument. When I was younger I
didn’t like practicing but now I can see I am lucky to have learnt. I
would like to play the guitar but I don’t have time right now.

Q3. How often do you play it?

A. I practice several times a week and I have a class once a week. My
parents are quite pushy, they encourage me to play as much as possible
and I have done my exams and achieved a good level.

Set 4 Vocabulary
1. mainstream– popular
2. keen on – to like, to be enthusiastic about 3. pushy– excessively
assertive

Q1. What kind of music do you listen to?

A. I listen to a plethora of music styles. I am more inclined to listen to
Pop or Rock music, but I appreciate the occasional piece of classical
music. Depending on my mood, I also enjoy listening to Indie music.

Q2. Have you ever attended a music concert?

A. I have! My flatmate and I are two peas in a pod when it comes to
music. We took a trip to London over summer break to see our favourite
band X. It was a truly memorable event!

Q3. Would you someday like to learn to play a musical

instrument?
A. I would really love to. I enjoy instrumental music that includes the
piano. It takes great dexterity to play it, but hopefully I can learn to play
some tunes someday!

Set 5 Vocabulary
1. inclined – likely
2. two peas in a pod – very similar
3. dexterity – skill that usually requires the use of hands for completing
certain tasks