Famous Xi’an Local Bands
Xi’an is not only famous for the local dishes, but also known as a music city. Many classic works have been created. Let’s take a look at the local bands in Xi’an. Are there any songs you are familiar with?
Black Head Band
Their songs are all Shaanxi dialect, which have a magic to make people excited. The most famous song is Shaanxi Food, which tells the special snacks such as Qishan minced noodles, Pita Bread Soaked in Lamb Soup, making people hungry.
Ma Fei & Band
This Shaanxi dialect rock band is one of the hottest. The audience are from old to young. The famous songs are “Chang’an County” and “I can Chua”. “I can chua,” means useless in Shaanxi dialect. This song describes a funny dating story to face the true life.
Xuanniao Band
Formed in 2014, the band created many songs such as “Yueliang Master”, “Making Money for the Rest of Your Life” and “Old Shaanxi”. “Yueliang Master” is about the northern Shaanxi story. The song itself is also a nursery rhyme (童谣) in Guanzhong area. As long as you live in Xi’an, you will fall in love with this song.
Xuan Band
Xuan Band is the youngest group of the four major dialect bands in Shaanxi. Its style is more like both urban ballads and popular dialects, but Xi’ an is still the main creative element (元素).
1. Which band’s music tells you about the famous local food?| A．Black Head Band. | B．Ma Fei & Band |
| C．Xuanniao Band. | D．Xuan Band. |
| A．It means useless. | B．It’s about love. |
| C．It’s a song for kids. | D．It can make people hungry. |
| A．It’s a dialect band. | B．It is much younger. |
| C．Its style is more popular. | D．It created the most popular song. |
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【推荐1】Music is a special language which is understood by everyone. There are different views as to the importance of music. Some say it is just for entertainment. Others opine that it has many other functions. In the following paragraphs, I will give some of my opinions about music.
There is no doubt that music is a good way of entertainment. Music helps to cheer everyone up. When people come home after a hard day work and they need some entertainment, they play music and it calms them and they feel relaxed.
Music also links us to our culture and tradition. The folk songs sung by our artists like Gurdas Mann are on everyone’s lips. His lyrics (歌词) contain many things of our culture which are alive today because of these folk songs. Otherwise, under the influence of western culture people are forgetting their roots. Moreover, music is a lucrative (获利多的) profession these days. Our famous singers and musicians like Lata Mangeshkar and A. R. Rehman have earned millions from music.
Another role that music plays is of connecting people. When people go to a musical concert, they are with those people who share their musical tastes. Music has always been a part of ceremonies because it has the ability to make people feel connected.
Music is not just for entertainment. It has many roles in society such as connecting people to each other and to their culture, making them rich and famous and also relaxing them. Music is all around us. Right from the first lullaby (摇篮曲) that the mother sings to the baby, music accompanies (陪伴) everything of life.
1. Which of the following best explains the underlined word “opine” in the first Paragraph 1?| A．Prove. | B．Suggest. | C．Think. | D．Agree. |
| A．To stress music connects people with their culture and tradition. |
| B．To express the important influence of some western culture. |
| C．To introduce some important music about culture and tradition. |
| D．To explain the reasons of some singers’ interest in learning music. |
| A．It can bring people wealth and popularity. |
| B．It connects people with some known lyrics. |
| C．It reflects clearly people’s real and daily life. |
| D．It is the best way for people to entertainment. |
| A．The Languages of Music | B．The Ways of Enjoying Music |
| C．Famous People About Music | D．Some Opinions About Music |
【推荐2】Do you have difficulty falling asleep at night? If so, here is a piece of advice for you：listen to some soft music.
Why can soft music help us sleep better?The reasons aren’t clear yet. It may have something to do with the relaxing effect of a good song. Music can have real physical effects，too. Soft music can lower our heart rate and slow down our breathing.
Scientists say that for most people，music that has 70 beats per minute works best.
It is very important to get enough high-quality sleep. Before you go to bed tonight，play some soft music. Then，just prepare to be rocked off to dreamland!
| A．This prepares us for sleep |
| B．Make sure that the final piece is one that slowly fades out |
| C．It would take as many as three weeks to see any improvements |
| D．Therelore，folk music is something that anyone can understand |
| E．Classical，jazz and folk music are usually more effective than other musical styles |
| F．Scientists have found that soft music can help to improve sleep quality and quantity |
| G．Music plays a more important role in our life than just being a source of entertainment |
【推荐3】Do you love music? If you are a music lover, there are some music festivals for you to learn about.
Strawberry Music Festival
Held at the most beautiful fairgrounds in California, Strawberry Music Festival takes over the Nevada County Fairgrounds every Memorial Day for four days of family run. This park, which is set in the Sierra Nevada foothills, offers the perfect environment for camping and performances by some of the top artists. The festival also offers children’s programmes, workshops and activities for all ages.
Tree Town Music Festival
You don’t have to be in the Southwest or in Texas to enjoy yourself in the country lifestyle. Country living can be found all over the United States. Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City, Iowa, is a great example of country fun in the Midwest. Tree Town Music Festival features camping and live music from some of the biggest names in modern country.
Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival
This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people. Food, music and performances are top attractions and display the Indian heritage proudly. Yoga fans can catch a relaxing practice via kirtan (唱颂). This experience of Indian culture is fun for all ages.
SXSW Music Festival
The SXSW Music Festival is a global music event taking place every March in Austin, Texas. Each year the SXSW Music Festival hosts a wonderful mix of artists performing in bars, clubs, parks, hotels and more in Austin, Texas. Not limited in sort or regional focus, audiences can enjoy different kinds of musical styles at SXSW. At the 2018 edition, artists from 65 countries were represented among the 2,000-plus official performers.
1. What can you do in Forest City, Iowa?| A．Enjoy performances by top artists. | B．Taste many kinds of delicious food. |
| C．Have fun experiencing great country life. | D．Take part in interesting yoga classes. |
| A．It is suitable for children. | B．It shows Indian culture. |
| C．Its theme is about yoga. | D．It is held on a ship. |
| A．Strawberry Music Festival. | B．Tree Town Music Festival. |
| C．Tampa Bay Indian Music & Dance Festival. | D．SXSW Music Festival. |
【推荐1】There’s almost always something special happening at Disneyland in southern California. Here’s what guests should know about visiting Disneyland for 2024.
● Events
Lunar New Year Celebration
Mushu, a character from Disney’s animated film Mulan,will help guide in the Year of the Dragon by leading Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession.Visitors,especially children,candress up as characters from Mulan to join it.
Dates:Jan.23—Feb.18
Pixar Fest
It is back with a new daytime parade(游行): A Pixar Pals Celebration! New characters like Red Panda Mei from Turning Red will arrive in the parks. Dining options will be available, allowing guests a bite of Pixar-themed treats at a newly opened cafe.
Dates:Feb.26—Aug.4
Fantasy land Melodies
The headliners for this year’s concerts are Marvin Sapp and Tasha Cobbs Leonard. The award-winning musicians will be joined by local community choirs at Disneyland’s Fantasy land Theatre. Musical workshops highlighting various types of music will be a feast for ears.
Dates:Feb.17—Apr.24
Season of the Force
New adventures will take guests on a thrilling journey through space travel aboard a spacecraft. Visitors will view the park’s fireworks and hear special galactic music. Buying limited-edition souvenirs enables fans to take a piece of space back home with them.
Dates:Apr.5—Sep.2
1. Which event appeals to foodies most?
| A．Lunar New Year Celebration. |
| B．Pixar Fest. |
| C．Fantasy land Melodies. |
| D．Season of the Force. |
| A．They sell rare souvenirs. |
| B．They have firework shows. |
| C．They feature cartoon heroes. |
| D．They include musical elements. |
| A．$208. |
| B．$264. |
| C．$288. |
| D．$312. |
【推荐2】In September, thousands of monuments, civic buildings and private homes throw open their doors to offer a rare glimpse of normally of-limits spaces. Here are some less-known treasures around the UK.
Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden
Gladstone’s Library in Hawarden will be running special tours as part of the Open Doors-Wales festival. It was built as a memorial to prime minister Wiliam Gladstope, Take a tour of beautiful Reading Rooms housing 150,000 books.
September 16, 10 am-2 pm, booking required.
Britannia Panopticon Musie Hall, Glasgow
The atmospheric Britannia Panopticon will be showing off its collection of theatrical relics, props and costumes. Sample Victorian items at the world’s oldest surviving music hall without booking.
September 15 and 16, 11 am-5 pm and September 17, 12 pm-5 pm
Gothic Temple, Stowe Gardens
Visitors to Stowe Gardens will be offered a rare chance to see inside the 18th century Gothic Temple. Though it’s normally rented as a holiday let, its circular rooms and mosaic ceilings will be open to prebooked visitors for one weekend.
September 16 and 17, 10: 30 am-4: 30 pm, free of charge
Appleton Tower: School of Informatics, Edinburgh University
As part of Scotland’s Doors Open Days festival, Edinburgh University’s Appleton Tower will be offering tours of the world-leading School, including a visit to the study suite on Level9 which offers far-reaching views of the Edinburgh skyline.
September 23, 11 am-2 pm, booking in advance.
1. Which of the following will appeal to architecture fans?| A．Gothic Temple, Stowe Gardens. |
| B．Appleton Tower: School of Informatics, Edinburgh University |
| C．Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden. |
| D．Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow. |
| A．They can appreciate theatre-related items. |
| B．They can listen to the oldest surviving music. |
| C．They can visit a study room with far-reaching scenery. |
| D．They can read in Reading Rooms with 150,000 books in store. |
| A．They both last for four hours. | B．They both honor world famous figures. |
| C．They both require early reservations | D．They both offer special views to visitors. |
【推荐3】Marie Curie and Her Daughters
by Imogen Greenberg
Illustrated (插图) by Isabel Greenberg
You’ve probably heard of scientist Marie Curie and her discoveries, but how about her daughters, Irene and Eve? This beautiful illustrated book follows the adventures of the family as they save lives during wars, travel around the world, and change the history of science.
Swordswoman!
by Devika Rangachari
Discover the amazing true story of Queen Lakshmibai of Jhansi — an Indian queen who could read and write. Find out how she trained other women to fight next to her and became a symbol of resistance to British rule in India in 1857.
Queens: 3,000 Years of the Most Incredible Women in History
by Victoria Crossman
Celebrating queens from all over the world and through history, this book describes Cleopatra of Egypt, Queen Nanny of Jamaica, Catherine the Great of Russia, Empress Jingu of Japan, Boudicca in Britain and Queen Elizabeth II, among others. It’s full of illustrations and details.
The Girl with Her Head in the Clouds
by Karen McCombie
Illustrated by Anneli Bray
London, 1904. When a couple of showmen need help with a stunt, 16-year-old Dolly volunteers. Soon, she’s busy with working as a parachutist (跳伞者). This story is based on the real life of parachute performer Dolly Shepherd.
1. Which of the following books is science-related?| A．Queens: 3,000 Years of the Most Incredible Women in History. |
| B．The Girl with Her Head in the Clouds. |
| C．Marie Curie and Her Daughters. |
| D．Swordswoman! |
| A．Imogen Greenberg’s. | B．Devika Rangachari’s. |
| C．Victoria Crossman’s. | D．Karen McCombie’s. |
| A．They have the same social background. | B．They describe the influence of wars. |
| C．They are created by two people. | D．They are about women heroes. |
