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Some people say music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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There are several divergent views exist about how
music
 is a perfect way of fostering harmony between people of various cultures and age groups. A large number of people, including myself have a steadfast belief that it brings together individuals from various background. In the following paragraphs, I will explain the rationale for my viewpoint on the matter. The primary reason upon which my belief is based that it can be used to alleviate generational barriers. It goes without saying that even though people cannot understand culture and language, they can still understand the message of the culture through lyrics. My university
course mate
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, Ben, is a shining example of
this
. Ben, who came from a small Caribbean country called Dominica, is a professional singer. I may not have much familiarity with various races and culture but I can still recognize Ben and appreciate his
music
 and sometimes shed tears while listening to him.
This
 relationship is entirely based on
music
 and brings people together from various backgrounds. Not only does
this
 approach bring people together, but it is
also
 a common ground for knowing each other. It stands to reason that young people are fond of melodious song that
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 released years ago,
likewise
, modern
music
such
 as hip-hop and pop are
also
 becoming more popular amongst older people. Unsurprisingly, a 2019 study conducted by a group of researchers at
U
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niversity of Toronto, Canada found that
music
 is the only way where
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amily of different generations gathered together at the dining room.
Hence
,
music
 is the perfect medium for exchanging shared thoughts without age differences. To sum up, I hold to the opinion that
music
 can be an excellent
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 to unite people as
this
 can be beneficial to all ages and cultures.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • universal language
  • evoke
  • connect
  • diverse audiences
  • cultural exchange
  • generational gaps
  • shared experiences
  • unifying force
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