Now listen to two students discussing the article.
Male student: Molly, you play the violin, right? Did you see this article in today's paper?
Female student: Yeah, and I'm looking forward to it. I really want to participate. Sounds like fun. Yeah, it's a great opportunity because the thing is that each of us learns to play a lot of different pieces. But right now, there's only one concert given at the end of the year where students play. So we each usually only get to play 1 piece at that concert.
Male student: You're left having learned a lot of material that you never actually get the chance to perform.
Female student: Right? So it would be great to have more opportunities like this.
Male student: I see yourpoint.
Female student: I like the thing about the food, too, because I think a lot of people, if they go, they'll be squeezing it in between classes, so they won't have time to eat lunch or anything before or after the concert.
Male student: That's true, especially since the music building is way off by itself at the other end of campus, not close to any of the dining halls or the student center.
Female student: Yeah, it's easily a 15 minute walk away. So this way people would still get something light to eat. It's a really good idea.
The woman expresses her opinion about the plan described in the article, briefly summarized the plan, then state her opinion about the plan and explained the reason she gives for holding that opinion.
The reading announces an exciting initiative from the music department: a series of lunchtime concerts featuring student performers. This endeavor provides music students with frequent opportunities to showcase their talents before live audiences. Moreover, attendees will have the pleasure of enjoying complimentary snacks. In the accompanying listening, the woman wholeheartedly supports this idea. She emphasizes its value for music students, noting that they typically explore a wide array of musical pieces throughout the year, yet only get to perform one during the end-of-year concert. This new plan will be immensely beneficial for them. Furthermore, the woman likes the idea of providing food. Given the time constraints before concerts, students often find themselves rushing, with little chance to have meal. This is especially challenging as dining halls are typically situated quite a distance away from the concert venue. So, theses snacks address a crucial need.
