3 . The Music Educator Award, this year, went to Annie Ray, an orchestra(管弦乐队)director at Annandale High School.She was recognized for her efforts to make music accessible to all students, particularly those with disabilities.Ray got to attend the awards ceremony in Los Angeles and bring home a $10,000 prize.

Ray created the Crescendo Orchestra for students with severe intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as a parent orchestra that teaches nearly 200 caregivers a year to play the same instrument as their child.Ray also works with a local charity to give damaged instruments a second life in her classroom.

The orchestra is about much more than just making music.The most important is to give students a chance to develop their cooperation skills, make mistakes and learn the art of refining something.Ray pushes her students to be brave, go outside their comfort zone and realize they have to learn how to make bad sounds before learning how to make good sounds.And they teach her a lot in return.” They changed my educational philosophy.I understand what it truly means to meet a student where they’re at and apply that elsewhere,” she said.

The warm reception on the ceremony was meaningful.Actually, not many people understand what exactly music educators do or how much their work matters.While her administration is supportive, that lack of understanding is a problem facing the profession in general.Another is resources.She says her school “desperately” needs new instruments.She will use some of her prize money to buy more.

Ray also plans to put some of the money towards an ongoing scholarship for students who want to pursue music when they graduate.She knows of several, those particularly interested in music, and aims to offer financial support needed to realize their musical dreams” It is hard but truly satisfying,” Ray said.“And there’s nothing else like it for them.”

1. What can we learn about Ray from the first two paragraphs?

A．She hosted the award ceremony.	B．She brought music to more people.
C．She gave away instruments to the poor.	D．She founded a local charity for children.

2. What do students benefit most from the orchestra?

A．They acquire in-depth musical knowledge.	B．They make friends with the like-minded.
C．They gain personal growth from playing music.	D．They improve their connections with educators.

3. What is paragraph 4 of the text mainly about?

A．The reception on the ceremony.	B．Importance of music education.
C．Challenges for music educators.	D．Plans to obtain resources.

4. What does Ray find satisfying according to the last paragraph?

A．Winning a scholarship.	B．Developing interest in music.
C．Making musical achievements.	D．Transforming dreams into reality.

4 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上。

Huangmei opera (also Huangmei diao or Hubei opera),     1     dates back to the late Ming Dynasty and early Qing Dynasty, is a traditional Chinese opera.     2     (establish) in the Huangmei region of Hubei Province, it has developed greatly over the years.

    3     (initial) performed by local folk artists in rural areas, Huangmei opera gained popularity during the 18th century. It featured lively music, singing, and dancing, often based on popular legends, historical events, and folk tales. As     4     unique art form, it provided amusement for the common people.

In the early 20th century, Huangmei opera     5     (experience) significant development when renowned Peking Opera artist Mei Lanfang incorporated (合并) Huangmei tunes into his performances. This exposure helped Huangmei opera gain     6     (recognize) beyond Hubei Province, introducing its distinctive musical style to a     7     (wide) audience.

Today, Huangmei opera continues to be one of the major regional opera genres in China. So far great changes and advancements     8     (make) by combining more refined singing techniques, intricate movements, and sophisticated stage design. Modern Huangmei opera performances combine traditional     9     (element) with contemporary adaptations, attracting many young people.

Despite facing challenges from modern entertainment forms, Huangmei opera remains an important cultural heritage that is actively preserved and promoted. Today, various organizations and societies are devoted     10     training new performers, organizing performances, and conducting research to ensure the preservation and development of this unique art form.

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

On 12th January 2007, an experiment     1     (conduct). About a thousand morning commuters (通勤者) passing through a subway station in Washington, D.C. were treated to a free mini-concert     2     (perform) by violinist Joshua Bell, who played for about 45 minutes on his Stradivarius violin. Bell reportedly paid 3.5 million dollars for the violin. However, only 7 people stopped and stayed to listen for a while. About 27 gave him money but continued to walk at their normal pace. He collected $52.17. When he finished     3     (play) and silence took over, no one noticed it. No one applauded, nor was there any     4     (recognize). No one noticed that one of the best musicians in the world had played one of the most difficult pieces ever written with a violin worth 3.5 million dollars.

When some children would stop     5     (listen), their parents would grab them and quickly take them away. The experiment was     6     (clear) disappointing but raised some     7     (interest) questions such as “In an ordinary setting at an inconvenient time, would beauty be recognized by most people?” Three days earlier, in fact, Bell had played to a full house at Boston’s Symphony Hall,     8     tickets went for over $100.

This experiment gives way to a comparison of     9     public’s awareness of art in different settings.     10     pressure, it also reminds us of the challenge of adapting to surroundings. Furthermore, it makes us aware of how our intentions and expectations can influence our perception of worth.

6 .

Welcome to School Dance Club Are you tired of sitting too long? Do you want to be healthier? Join the School Dance Club and move your body! Choice of dances: folk, modern, pop, etc. Level of difficulty: Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 Teachers: Helen White — 13 years of teaching experience — Graduated from International Master Dance School John Smith — First prize winner of “Dancers on Stage” for 4 years starting from 2016 Ken Power — Skilled in different kinds of dance, especially in “fusion (融合)” dance Who to join: Aged 12~15 If you would like to be one of us, please kindly fill in the form and send it to Maria Cooper’s office before 18th March.

1. How many levels of difficulty does the Dance Club offer?

A．1.

B．2.

C．3.

D．4.

2. Who can join the Dance Club?

A．Teachers with rich experience.	B．Teachers good at dancing.
C．Students aged 10.	D．Students aged 13.

3. The text is probably a ________.

A．poster

B．diary

C．poem

D．report

8 . If you’re hoping to follow your ears to your next vacation destination, but haven’t yet found a festival that calls your name, we’ve got a list of some of our favorites to help you plan your escape.

Guẻa Trumpe t Festival

The trumpet is a part of daily life in Serbia—present at births, celebrations, and burials. And the annual event has been going strong for more than 50 years to celebrate the instrument and its cultural significance in this country.

Positiv us Festival

Positivus is the largest music festival in Latvia, attracting big-name stars across all major genres and giving new artists a chance to shine. It’s also one of the most accessible music festivals in the world, even for families with small children. Other pluses? Ticket prices are reasonable and the beautiful coastal location means you can swim in the water or hang in the cool shade of the forest on the same day, all while listening to live music.

Alfa Future People

Held in the Russian countryside, six hours east of Moscow by car, Alfa Future People is more than a massive electronic dance music(EDM) festival, with exhibitions on the latest related technology and athletic opportunities like a volleyball tournament and gymnastics classes.

Mysteryland

If you’re into EDM, you won’t want to miss Mysteryland. Not only is this Dutch festival a bellwether(风向标) of EDM, its grand stage setups will blow your mind. What’s more, this is also one of the most sustainability-focused festivals in the world. In addition to readily available recycling stations and organic eats, attendees can plant trees to reduce their carbon footprint.

1. Which festival should visitors attend if they are mainly interested in local culture?

A．Alfa Future People.	B．Mysteryland.
C．Guěa Trumpet Festival.	D．Positiv us Festival.

2. What can we learn about Positivus Festival?

A．It is usually held indoors.	B．It is affordable and family-friendly.
C．It is the largest music festival in Europe.	D．It is also well-known for its athletic events.

3. What do the last two festivals have in common?

A．They provide EDM classes.	B．They have related exhibitions.
C．They are sustainability-focused festivals.	D．They are famous for electronic dance music.