A2 Music Vocabulary: Talk About Your Favorite Songs and Artists — A2 English vocabulary lesson by Langcom

A2 Music Vocabulary: Talk About Your Favorite Songs and Artists

Raúl Maguiña

Fondateur de Langcom | Examinateur pour les examens de Cambridge et du SIELE

juillet 22, 2026

A2📚 Vocabulaire⏱️ 4 min read
Learning music vocabulary helps you talk about your favorite songs and artists in English. This lesson teaches you words for different kinds of music, such as pop, rock, et jazz. You will also learn words for people who make music or dance, like a singer, a musician, et a dancer. Knowing these words will make it easier to share your interests and understand conversations about music. You can describe what you like to listen to and who your favorite artists are, making your English communication richer and more personal.

What are different kinds of music?

There are many types of music in the world. Here are some common ones:

  • Pop: This is short for ‘popular’ music. It is often modern, catchy, and liked by many people. She loves listening to pop music on the radio.
  • Rock: This music often uses electric guitars and drums. It can be loud and energetic. My dad likes old rock bands.
  • Jazz: This music started in the USA. It often has improvisation and a strong rhythm. We went to a club to hear some jazz.
  • Folk: This music often tells stories and uses traditional instruments. It is usually from a specific culture or region. Many folk songs are very old.
  • Dance: This music has a strong beat and is made for dancing. You often hear it in clubs. I love dance music because it makes me want to move.
  • Opera: This is a type of play where all the words are sung. It often tells a dramatic story. My grandmother enjoys going to the opera.
  • Tango: This is a type of music and dance from Argentina. It is very passionate. They played a beautiful tango song.

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Who makes music or dances?

Many people work with music. Here are some words for them:

  • A singer: This is a person who sings songs. She is a famous singer.
  • A musician: This is a person who plays a musical instrument. He is a talented musician who plays the piano.
  • A band: This is a group of musicians who play music together. My favorite band is playing a concert next month.
  • A DJ: This is short for ‘disc jockey’. A DJ plays recorded music for an audience, often at parties or clubs. The DJ played great dance music all night.
  • A dancer: This is a person who dances, often professionally. She is a professional dancer in a ballet company.

Exemples

  • She loves listening to pop music on the radio.
  • My dad likes old rock bands.
  • We went to a club to hear some jazz.
  • Many folk songs are very old.
  • I love dance music because it makes me want to move.
  • My grandmother enjoys going to the opera.
  • They played a beautiful tango song.
  • She is a famous singer.
  • He is a talented musician who plays the piano.
  • My favorite band is playing a concert next month.
  • The DJ played great dance music all night.
  • She is a professional dancer in a ballet company.

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Erreurs courantes chez les hispanophones

A common mistake for Spanish speakers is confusing music with song.

  • Music is generally uncountable. We say I like music, not I like a music ou I like many musics.
  • A song is countable. We say I like that song ou I know many songs.

Incorrect : I listen to many musics.
Correct : I listen to many kinds of music. OR I listen to many songs.

Questions fréquemment posées

What is the difference between a musician and a singer?

A musician is a person who plays a musical instrument, like a guitar or piano. A singer is a person who uses their voice to make music. A person can be both a musician et a singer.

Can a band have only one person?

No, usually a band is a group of two or more musicians who play together. If one person plays all the instruments and sings, they are usually called a solo artist ou a singer-songwriter.

What does ‘folk music’ mean?

Folk music is traditional music from a specific country or region. It often tells stories about history or daily life and uses instruments like acoustic guitars or violins.

Is ‘DJ’ a type of musician?

Yes, a DJ is considered a type of musician because they create and perform music by mixing and playing recorded songs for an audience. They use turntables or special software as their instruments.

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À propos de l'auteur : Raúl Maguiña

Raúl Maguiña est le directeur de l'Asociación Educativa Langcom, un centre agréé de préparation à l'examen Cambridge English situé à ÉTATS-UNIS. Fort de plus d'une décennie d'expérience dans l'enseignement des langues et les certifications internationales, il a aidé des milliers d'étudiants, d'enseignants et d'établissements d'enseignement dans 25 pays à obtenir les certifications d'anglais Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL et Michigan.

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