From Notes to Words: Using Music in the EFL Classroom
Lilika Couri
Summary
Music, especially instrumental pieces, enhances both speaking and writing skills in the EFL classroom. For example, students describe a peer’s personality based on their doodle or drawing inspired by a piece of music, or they list words that come to mind while listening, practising vocabulary, sentence formation, or writing a poem. These activities promote creative expression, critical thinking, and fluency while reinforcing core sentence structures. Listening to music helps students relax and generate ideas, making speaking and writing more engaging. Integrating music supports learners in developing confidence, clarity, and coherence in their communication, fostering overall language proficiency through enjoyable, meaningful
Biodata
A teacher educator and EFL School Management Consultant in Greece and abroad, Lilika is Co-director of Educational & Training Concepts and has co-authored EFL teaching books. A founding member of TESOL Greece and of the Greek Fulbright Alumni Association, she has served on the boards of both volunteer associations.
Presentation Details
Type of presentation: Workshop
The presentation is for: General audience
The presentation focuses on: Various
The session is: Practical solutions presentation / exchange of practical ideas
Category: Drama, Art, Literature and Culture in Language Education
Presentation is commercial: No
Speaking on behalf of a publisher, examination board, or commercial organisation? Yes, No
Scheduled for
Date: Saturday, 2025-09-20, 13:10 - 14:10
Place: 103