Live Music and Concerts

by Vocafy Vahvistettu

Englanti (USA) A2 15 kysymystä Musiikki

Explore concert tickets, live performers, and what happens before, during, and after a show.

1. 1. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   Which performer mainly uses their voice to make music?

   • A singer
   • A drummer
   • A guitarist

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   • A singer

   A singer's voice is their instrument. Other musicians may sing while playing, too.

2. 2. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   Where do musicians usually stand to perform at a concert?

   • At the ticket window
   • On the stage
   • At the snack counter

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   • On the stage

   A stage is often higher than the floor, so the audience can see the performers.

3. 3. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   People clap after a great song. What are they usually showing?

   • They want their money back.
   • They want the band to stop playing.
   • They enjoyed the music.

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   • They enjoyed the music.

   Clapping is a way to thank performers. People also clap to welcome them onto the stage.

4. 4. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   Which concert needs a plan to keep the audience dry if it rains?

   • A concert in a park
   • A concert inside a theater
   • A concert inside a café

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   • A concert in a park

   For outdoor concerts, check the weather and bring a raincoat if needed.

5. 5. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   The music is very loud. What can help protect your ears?

   • Standing closer to the speakers
   • Wearing earplugs
   • Playing louder music through headphones

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   • Wearing earplugs

   Earplugs reduce the sound reaching your ears. You can still enjoy the music.

6. 6. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   A concert is sold out. What does that mean?

   • The concert has moved to another day.
   • The band has stopped performing.
   • All the tickets have been bought.

   Think about how many tickets are left.

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   • All the tickets have been bought.

   Popular shows can sell out early, so buying tickets ahead of time can help.

7. 7. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   Your concert ticket says “Standing room only.” What should you expect?

   • Your ticket does not include a seat.
   • You must stand outside the building.
   • Only the musicians must stand.

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   • Your ticket does not include a seat.

   Comfortable shoes are useful when you will be standing for a whole show.

8. 8. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   During a song, the singer points the microphone toward the crowd. What are they probably inviting people to do?

   • Stop listening to the song
   • Sing along
   • Leave before the song ends

   The singer is sharing part of the song with the audience.

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   • Sing along

   Singing along lets the audience become part of the live show.

9. 9. Valitse oikea vastaus.

   Why do musicians do a sound check before a concert?

   • To teach the audience all the words
   • To record the audience singing
   • To make sure the music can be heard clearly

   Think about the microphones and speakers.

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   • To make sure the music can be heard clearly

   During a sound check, the musicians and sound crew adjust the sound so no instrument is too loud.

10. 10. Valitse oikea vastaus.

    On stage, a musician has a piece of paper with a list of the band's songs in order. What is it for?

    • Knowing which song to play next
    • Showing how to play every note
    • Writing down all the words of one song

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    • Knowing which song to play next

    This list is called a “set list.” It helps musicians remember what comes next.

11. 11. Valitse oikea vastaus.

    You bought a ticket to see River Band, the main band. Lake Band plays before them. What is Lake Band's role?

    • To replace River Band for the whole show
    • To start the evening before the main band
    • To perform only after River Band finishes

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    • To start the evening before the main band

    The first band is often called the “opening band.” You may discover music you have not heard before.

12. 12. Valitse oikea vastaus.

    The band says, “We'll be back after a short break.” What should you expect?

    • The concert is finished for the night.
    • A different band will play the rest of the show.
    • The music will pause, and the band will return.

    Notice the words “we'll be back.”

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    • The music will pause, and the band will return.

    A break can give both the performers and the audience time to rest.

13. 13. Valitse oikea vastaus.

    The band finishes its last song and leaves the stage. The crowd calls for more, so the band returns. Why does the band come back?

    • To play an extra song for the crowd
    • To start the whole concert again
    • To practice before the concert begins

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    • To play an extra song for the crowd

    An extra performance at the end of a show is called an “encore.”

14. 14. Valitse oikea vastaus.

    What has changed about this concert?

    Friday's concert will now take place on Sunday. Your tickets are still good.

    • Everyone must buy another ticket.
    • The concert will happen on a different day.
    • The concert will not happen at all.

    The concert has a new day, but the tickets have not changed.

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    • The concert will happen on a different day.

    A concert moved to a later date is “postponed.” A canceled concert will not take place at all.

15. 15. Valitse oikea vastaus.

    What do these two times mean for someone going to the concert?

    Doors open at six. Music starts at seven.

    • The concert ends when the doors open.
    • Everyone must wait outside until seven.
    • People can enter before the music begins.

    Entering the building and hearing the first song happen at different times.

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    • People can enter before the music begins.

    Arriving before the music starts gives you time to find your place without missing a song.