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57、我们为什么需要音乐

　　8．题目 There are many different types of music in the world today . Why do we need music ? Is the traditional music of a country more important than the international music that is heard everywhere nowadays ?
　　范文：
　　It is true that a rich variety of musical styles can be found around the world . Music is a vital part of all human cultures for a range of reasons , and I would argue that traditional music is more important than modern , international music .
　　Music is something that accompanies all of us throughout our lives . As children , we are taught songs by our parents and teachers as a means of learning language , or simply as a form of enjoyment . Children delight in singing with others , and it would appear that the act of singing in a group creates a connection between participants , regardless of their age . Later in life , people ' s musical preferences develop , and we come to see our favourite songs as part of our life stories . Music both expresses and arouses emotions in a way that words alone cannot . In short , it is difficult to imagine life without it .
　　In my opinion , traditional music should be valued over the international music that has become so popular . International pop music is often catchy and fun , but it is essentially a commercial product that is marketed and sold by business people . Traditional music , by contrast , expresses the culture , customs and history of a country . Traditional styles , such as ..( example )... connect us to the past and form part of our cultural identity . It would be a real pity if pop music became so predominant that these national styles disappeared .
　　In conclusion , music is a necessary part of human existence , and I believe that traditional music should be given more importance than international music .
　　(261 words , band 9)