Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

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“Music Streaming” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Understanding Music Streaming
1. What is music streaming?
2. How does music streaming work?
3. Can you name some popular music streaming platforms?
4. What are the benefits of using music streaming services?
5. How have music streaming services changed the way we listen to music?

II. Music Streaming Platforms
6. Which music streaming platform do you use and why?
7. What features do you look for in a music streaming service?
8. How do music streaming platforms recommend new songs or artists to you?
9. Do you prefer free music streaming services or paid subscriptions? Why?
10. Have you discovered any new artists or songs through a streaming platform?

III. Impact on Artists and Industry
11. How do artists make money from music streaming?
12. Do you think music streaming is fair to all artists?
13. How has music streaming affected the music industry?
14. Can small or independent artists benefit from music streaming?
15. Have you ever supported an artist you found through a streaming service?

IV. User Experience
16. How do you find new music on streaming platforms?
17. What do you like most about your favorite music streaming service?
18. Have you ever created or shared a playlist on a streaming platform?
19. Do you listen to music more often because of streaming services?
20. How do you feel about the audio quality on streaming platforms?

V. Playlists and Recommendations
21. How important are playlists to your music streaming experience?
22. Do you follow any curated playlists on your streaming platform?
23. How often do you discover music that you like through recommendations?
24. Have you ever been disappointed by the recommendations on a streaming service?
25. What makes a good playlist, in your opinion?

VI. Social Features and Sharing
26. Do you share music with friends through streaming services?
27. How do social features enhance your music streaming experience?
28. Have you ever found music through a friend’s playlist or recommendation?
29. Do you think music streaming has made music more social?
30. How do you feel about seeing what your friends are listening to?

VII. Challenges and Criticisms
31. What are some criticisms of music streaming services?
32. Have you ever experienced issues with a music streaming service?
33. Do you think music streaming services pay artists enough?
34. How do you feel about ads on free music streaming versions?
35. What changes would you like to see in music streaming services?

VIII. Music Streaming and Culture
36. How has music streaming influenced popular culture?
37. Do you think music streaming has globalized music tastes?
38. How does music streaming affect local music scenes?
39. Can music streaming promote cultural understanding?
40. Have you explored music from other countries through streaming services?

IX. The Future of Music Streaming
41. What do you think is the future of music streaming?
42. How could music streaming services improve in the future?
43. Do you think new technologies will change how we stream music?
44. Can you imagine a world without music streaming?
45. What would you like to see in the next generation of music streaming services?

X. Personal Preferences and Habits
46. How often do you use music streaming services?
47. What kind of music do you usually listen to on streaming platforms?
48. Do you prefer listening to albums or playlists?
49. Has music streaming changed your music tastes?
50. What was the last song or artist you listened to on a streaming service?

XI. Music Streaming and Live Events
51. Have you ever attended a live event that you discovered through a streaming service?
52. Do music streaming services promote live music events?
53. How do you think streaming services could better support live music?
54. Have live streams of concerts become more popular on these platforms?
55. Would you pay to watch a live concert stream on a music streaming platform?

XII. Comparing Music Streaming Services
56. Have you tried multiple music streaming services? Which did you prefer?
57. What are the main differences you’ve noticed between various streaming platforms?
58. How do you decide which music streaming service to use?
59. Do you think there’s a best music streaming service, or does it depend on personal taste?
60. How do exclusive releases on certain platforms affect your choice of service?

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