Composer behind Squid Game and Parasite shares the secret to his award-winning music

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Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Do you like music in movies?
Have you ever heard special music in a movie that made you feel different emotions?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

traditional /truh-DISH-uh-nl/

[adjective] – following or belonging to the customs or ways of behaving that have continued in a group of people or society for a long time without changing
The traditional celebration of the Lunar New Year includes various customs and rituals that have been passed down through generations.

human /HYOO-muhn/

[noun] – being, relating to, or belonging to a person or to people as opposed to animals
The doctor’s compassion and care for her patients demonstrated her deep understanding of human needs.

importance /im-PAWR-tns/

[noun] – the quality of being important
The importance of education in a person’s life cannot be overstated, as it opens doors to countless opportunities.

feeling /FEE-ling/

[noun] – emotions, especially those influenced by other people
Her feeling of joy was contagious, and it lifted the spirits of everyone around her.

entertainment /en-ter-TEYN-muhnt/

[noun] – shows, movies, television, or other performances or activities that entertain people, or a performance of this type
The entertainment industry offers a wide range of options, from live theater performances to streaming services that provide endless shows and movies for people to enjoy.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

South Korean composer Jung Jae-il has made a big impact in both movies and music. His music is in famous shows like “Squid Game” and the movie “Parasite.” “Squid Game” became super popular on Netflix in September 2021, with over 142 million people watching it in just four weeks. Jung’s music for the show is special because he uses many different instruments, like children’s and traditional Korean ones, to make a unique and strange soundtrack for the show.

Jung also worked on “Parasite,” a movie that won four Oscars and was the first non-English movie to win Best Picture. In the movie, Jung used baroque music to make the story about rich and poor people more interesting. Outside of movies, Jung made an album called “Listen.” It’s about humans, nature, and the importance of listening. He uses pianos and emotional string instruments to show strong feelings. This makes Jung Jae-il a great composer in the world of art and entertainment.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

Jung Jae-il is a South Korean composer who has made an impact in both movies and music.
“Squid Game” became very popular on Netflix in September 2021.
Jung Jae-il used traditional Korean instruments in the music for “Squid Game.”
“Parasite” is the first non-English-language movie to win the Best Picture Oscar.
Jung Jae-il’s album “Listen” is about humans, nature, and the importance of listening.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

traditional

human

importance

feeling

entertainment

The __________ of education cannot be overstated.
Expressing your __________ can help improve emotional well-being.
__________ ceremonies often feature music played on ancient instruments.
__________ options have greatly expanded with the advent of digital technology.
__________ connection is essential for a fulfilling life.