Coach Luke
ESL Teacher
Brighton (UK) and online
Thursday
Alex: Hey, Jamie! Are you still up for the concert this weekend?
Jamie: Absolutely! I’ve been looking forward to it all week. Did you manage to get the tickets?
Alex: Yep, I got them yesterday. We're all set for Saturday night. Doors open at 7 PM, but I was thinking we could get there a bit earlier to grab a good spot. What do you think?
Jamie: Sounds like a plan. I’d rather be closer to the stage anyway. Plus, the energy of the crowd before the show starts is always awesome.
Alex: Agreed! Oh, and I checked out the setlist from their last show—it’s amazing. They’re playing all the hits, plus a couple of new songs.
Jamie: That’s perfect. I’ve been listening to their new album non-stop. It’s gonna be epic hearing it live. Do you want to grab dinner beforehand?
Alex: Yeah, that’d be great. How about we meet around 5? There’s that new taco place near the venue I’ve been wanting to try.
Jamie: Tacos and live music? Count me in. I’ll see you at 5 then!
Alex: Awesome, can’t wait! See you Saturday!
Saturday
Alex: Wow, this is incredible! I can’t believe how good they sound live.
Jamie: I know, right? The energy is off the charts! That guitar solo during the last song? Insane!
Alex: Totally blew me away. And the crowd is really into it—everyone’s singing along. It’s like we’re all part of the band.
Jamie: Yeah, it’s such a vibe. I love how they’re mixing in the new stuff with the classics. Keeps the energy going.
Alex: Exactly. I wasn’t sure how the new songs would fit in, but they’re even better live. The lighting during that last track was wild!
Jamie: Oh, for sure! It’s like the whole stage was pulsing with the music. I’m so glad we got here early; this view is perfect.
Alex: Same here. You can see everything, and it feels so close. This is turning out even better than I expected.
Jamie: Agreed. I can’t wait to see what they play next. Think they’ll do an encore?
Alex: Oh, they have to! There’s no way they’re leaving without one. I’m betting on at least two more songs, maybe even three.
Jamie: Fingers crossed! Whatever they play, I’m here for it. This night’s been amazing so far.
Alex: Absolutely. Let’s keep the energy up and see what they’ve got in store for us next!
Monday
Alex: Morning, Taylor! How was your weekend?
Taylor: Hey, Alex! It was pretty relaxing, actually. I just caught up on some sleep and binge-watched a new series. How about you? Did you end up going to that concert you mentioned?
Alex: Yeah, I did! It was amazing, honestly. The band was incredible live, and the atmosphere was just electric. I’m still buzzing from it.
Taylor: That sounds awesome! Who did you go with?
Alex: I went with Jamie. We’ve both been fans of the band for ages, so it was great to experience it together. We got there early and managed to get a fantastic spot near the stage.
Taylor: Nice! Did they play all your favorite songs?
Alex: They did! They even threw in a few surprises with some new tracks, which sounded even better live. Plus, the crowd was so into it—I think that made it even more fun.
Taylor: I bet! There’s nothing like a good live show. So, did you do anything else over the weekend, or was the concert the highlight?
Alex: The concert was definitely the highlight, but I also tried out this new taco place with Jamie before the show. Other than that, just the usual weekend stuff—ran some errands, caught up on laundry. How about you? What series were you watching?
Taylor: I started that new crime drama everyone’s been talking about. It’s really gripping, so I might have stayed up a bit too late watching it. But it was worth it!
Alex: Sounds like a solid weekend! Sometimes those lazy days are the best. We’ll have to catch up on that series when I start it—maybe after I come down from this concert high!
Vocabulary
1. Added something extra, often unexpectedly.
2. Greatly impressed or astonished me.
3. Extremely interesting or exciting; holding one’s attention.
4. I expect or predict that something will happen.
5. Interested in or willing to do something.
6. Good, dependable, or satisfying; used to describe something reliable or well-done.
7. Throbbing or moving rhythmically, often with energy or intensity (referring to lights or music).
8. A list of songs that a band or artist plans to perform at a concert.
9. Feeling excited or energized.
10. Somewhat or moderately (used to soften the intensity of an adjective).
11. Ready or prepared.
12. Exceptionally good or impressive, beyond normal expectations.
13. Expression used to hope for a good outcome.
14. Popular or successful songs.
15. To take or get something quickly or casually (in this context, to get a good spot or a meal).
16. Expression of agreement or willingness to participate.
17. What they are planning or have prepared for us.
18. Completed small tasks or chores, usually involving going out (like shopping or picking something up).
19. A particular feeling or atmosphere.
20. Informal contraction of "going to."