Language is part of our daily lives, no matter where we live in the world. Similarly, music is a part of many people's lives. Here are some of their similarities.
Both language and music have a writing system
Similarly, we use notes to keep a record of music. Just as you are reading this collection of letters on the paper and find meaning in it, musicians read notes and create meaning in the form of music which we can hear. By reading pieces of text or music, we are able to share experiences through time. For example, we can read the ideas or hear the composition of someone who lived hundreds of years ago, which is really quite exciting.
You can make a good guess at where someone is from by listening to the language they use. In the same way, we know that styles of music are different around the world, which gives us the opportunity to explore many different cultures through their music and providing us with music for every situation.
Both share emotion
How do you know that I am angry? Of course, you may be able to see it in my face, but you will know for sure through my words. Music can show you exactly how the composer was or is feeling, and allows us to share that emotion. When you feel happy, you might want to sing and dance to a happy song.
A. Both vary with culture.
B. Different culture makes different music.
C. Similarly, music can sound angry, sad or happy.
D. Both language and music play a huge role in our lives.
E. In English we record language using the alphabet, which is a collection of letters.
F. We use music to express emotions, combining it with language in form of lyrics.
G. In contrast, you have probably also listened to sad music when you feel down.
