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新北师大版高中英语必修三Unit7 Art
Lesson3 A Musical Genius
Blues
It’s a type of slow sad music with strong rhythms, developed by African American musicians in the southern US.
Different types of music
It is a musical style that originated at the beginning of the 20th century in African American communities in the Southern United States.
Jazz
It’s considered to be serious. It has a value that continues for a long time.
Classical music
It has been popular since the 1950s, usually with a strong rhythm and simple tunes.
Pop
In general, this style of music includes steady rhythms and numerous instruments to create multiple layers of sound.
Rhythm and blues (R&B)
It’s a kind of traditional music from a particular country, region or community.
Folk
It is a type of popular music with a strong rhythm in which the words are spoken, not sung.
Rap
Rock ’n’ Roll
It was popular in the 1950s. It has very loud sound with strong beat.
It’s a type of music that comes from the folk music of the southern and western US.
Country
Do you know any famous musicians? Who is your favourite?
1. What is Beethoven most famous for?
a. His piano performances.
b. Conducting orchestras.
c. Composing music.
2. Where was Beethoven born?
a. In Germany. b. In Canada. c. In France.
3. What big challenge did Beethoven face?
a. He became deaf. b. He became blind.
c. He was unable to walk.
4. How many pieces of music did Beethoven write?
a. More than 100. b. More than 200.
c. More than 300.
P14 1
Now let's read a story about Beethoven and check your answers.
Scan the story about Beethoven and check your answers to the quiz.
Task 1
P14 2
1. What is Beethoven most famous for?
a. His piano performances.
b. Conducting orchestras.
c. Composing music.
2. Where was Beethoven born?
a. In Germany. b. In Canada. c. In France.
3. What big challenge did Beethoven face?
a. He became deaf. b. He became blind.
c. H