Instructions
Task 1
You should spend 20 minutes on this task.
You have tickets to a music show that is going to be conducted over the
weekend in the city. However, you have some urgent office work to attend
to.
Write a letter to a friend who you want to give the tickets to. In your letter
• provide details of the music show
• say why you decided to give the tickets to him or her
• explain what office work has come up
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ……………….,
Top rated answers
Here are the 5 highest scoring answers by real-users for this IELTS Writing Task 1 Letter Writing topic.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Dear John, I hope you are doing well. I am writing to let you know that I have two tickets for an upcoming music show this weekend, and I would love for you to have them. The concert will be held on Saturday evening at the City Arena, starting at 7:30 p.m.. It features on of our favorite bands, The Echo Beats, along with a couple of well-known local artists. From what I have heard, it is going to be a lively event with a great atmosphere, and I am sure you will enjoy it thoroughly. I immidiatley thought of you because I know how much you enjoy live performances, and particular band is one you have been following quite some time.Rather than letting the tickets go unused, I felt it would be wonderful if you could attend and make most of them. Unfortunately, I will not be able to join beacuse I have been assigned some urgent official work. A major client presentation has been scheduled for Monday, and I need entire week to prepare the documents, review data, and coordinate with my team. Please let me know if you can make it, I will drop the tickets off at your place. I am sure you will have amazing time. Warm regards
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Dear John, Hope you this mail find you well. I want to presemt you a ticket to a music show that is going to be conducted over the weekend in the city. The music show is by The Jonas Brothers. It is of 3 hours at the City Center Mall in Seatle. I bought it last week. However, I have some emergency office work to attend on the same day, so I decided to send you the ticket. Moreover, I remember the days we enjoyed clubbing and attending musical classes. Therefore, I believe you will enjoy the musical show. I would have joined but I received an urgent meeting for the latest production issue due to which I need to attend the office.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 9 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 9 days ago
Dear Riya, I hope you are doing well. I have two tickets for music show this Saturday evening at the City Auditorium. The show is called Echoes of Harmony, and it will have both classical and modern music. Many famous singers and bands will perform, and i think it will be a great experince. I want to give the tickets to you beacuse I know you enjoy music ad live shows. You always like trying new things, and I think this concert will be perfect for you. Unfortunately, I cannot go because i have urgent office work. My manager gave me new project that must be finished by Monday. I need to work o ot over the weekend, so I won't be able to attend the show. I hope you can go and enjoy the concert.Let me know how it was Best wishes, Ananya
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 13 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 13 days ago
Dear Rochelle, Hope you are doing well. There is a music show which is conducted in the city, and I believe you are aware of it. I booked the tickets for this show last week. Unfortunately, I am held up with office work and need to attend some meetings. Due to this, I will not be attending this show. Rather, I would request you to attend this show. This music show is conducted near the central city, which is almost closer to the railway station. The show starts at 5 pm and I have booked 2 tickets. So I request you and your partner to be at the show and let me know how it was. I know you are very much interested in music and a crazy fan of this musician. Hope this surprises you a lot on seeing this singer and musician on stage for a live show. There is an important client meet where it will take up the entire evening of mine this. I do not want to miss this show, hence I planned to send you the tickets and share my experience once we meet. Hope you and your partner enjoy. Yours sincerely Martin George
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 19 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 19 days ago
Dear Sam, Hope you are doign well. I'm writing to let you know that I have two tickets available for this weekend music show to be held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. I had planned to go to the show this weekend but due to some urgent office work, I will be occupied and will not be able to attend the event. While I was contemplating to who I can give these tickets to, I remembered you loved Patel Sons and since one of the main attraction of the show is a performance by them, I decided to extend these to you. I have a board meeting coming up and have to prepare for a presentation to be showcased to the investors. I'm preempting some work to overflow during weekend hence sending the tickets with this letter. Do enjoy the show and show and let's meet next weekend to talk in detail about your experience. Thanks and Regards Vibhor Pachnanda
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Here are all the answers by real-users practicing writing for IELTS writing Task 1 Letter Writing on our IELTS Prep App.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Alex I hope this letter finds you in the pink of your health. I am writing to share with you, that I was about to attend the 'Dua Lipa' concert which is held on 9th of January. However, due to the unplanned training, which I have been assigned by my current company, I would not be able to attend the same. I was extremely excited to witness this grand event but unfortunately, I had to give priority to my work assignments. This is something I cannot postpone. Therefore, I thought, that why don't you and your wife have this surreal experience? I have two tickets and both are VIP entry passes, which includes complimentary drinks as well. The venue of the event is 'The Taj Hotel' which is in Varsova, Mumbai. I would be more than happy, if you agree to go there and enjoy the event. I have attended this show 2 years back, and trust me, it's an one time experience. You will not regret going there. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. With love, Jack Smith.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Hannah, I hope this letter finds you in good spirits. I recently acquired two passes to the coldplay concert that is going to be held here in Bangalore and is happening this week, on Saturday. Unfortunately, I have an important client meeting that I cannot miss at my office on that particular day, and hence would like to pass on the tickets to you. To begin with, I have been eagerly waiting to watch Coldplay perform in India ever since their tour started. The concert is going to be held in Palace grounds, with state of the art speakers and a light show afterwards. Furthermore, the lead singer is going to interact with the fans and one lucky person gets to be called upon stage! Doesn't this all sound very exciting? Ever since childhood, I know that you have been a huge fan of Coldplay and were quite disappointed when you could not get passes for the show. That's why I think this is a fantastic opportunity for you to go watch them live! I, however have got information from my seniors that my performance in this client meeting will play an essential role in getting me a promotion, and hence I cannot miss it. Hope you enjoy the concert and tell me all about it when we catch up! Warm regards, Nidhi
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear John, How are you? Hope you are doing well. It's been a long time since we met. I am delighted to tell you that I have got 2 tickets to a music concert which is going to be conducted this Sunday. This music show will be held in the central garden at 4.30 pm. Initially, I thought we could attend together as it is held by your favourite pop star Micheal Jackson.I am giving these tickets to you because I know how much you are in love with him and would never fail to collect all his music albums. Unfortunately, I got stuck with office meeting because the HR wants be to interview some new candidates for the role of assistant manager. Also, as I am the general manager of our company, this interview has to be held only by myself. I hope you will understand my situation. However, I have 2 tickets so you can go on a date with your girlfriend with those. Furthermore, it includes dinner coupon that you can enjoy with different cuisine. Have a great time. Warm regards, Madhu
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Yoga, I am writing to let you know that I have a ticket for the music show on the coming weekend and I wanted to give you that ticket. On Saturday, March 15th, a music show is going to be conducted and you'll be thrilled to hear that the singer of the show is Shreya Goshal. Unfortunately, i couldn't able to attend the concert. The reason is I have a work at my office. Suddenly you came to my mind I remember you were so much interested in music that I know we were in our college days. Furthermore, you have been to few music in the past I came to know by seeing your social media status. I planned to go but suddenly I got a call and one of my colleague got sick so that I have to complete her tasks to fulfil this weeks work load. Moreover, I dont know anything about music, my sister gave me this ticket. But I know you have so much interest in music, which I believe this ticket will immensely helpful for you. I am looking forward to your reply. Best regards, Gomathi
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Jay, I hope you are doing well. I know it has been a long time since we met after we have joined our jobs. I will surely make some plans to meet up soon. I am writing this letter to you because I bought the tickets for Arijit Singh's music show that is going to happen in scotiabank arena this weekend. I was really excited to go to that show and i bought the vip tickets but unfortunately my boss called me and have given me some work. That work is for a foriegn client who have deadline that day and they have some major issued with the file we made for them. They are giving business to our company from a long time so we cannot afford to lose that client. I was handeling their case this time so i have to clear everything. I am giving these tickets to you because i know you are a dying hard fan of arijit singh and you have been trying to go to his music festival from a long time. Finally this is the chance for you. I hope you will enjoy the show. I have sent the tickets along with this letter. Your bestfriend Harry
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Jignesh, I hope this letter finds you well. I recently bought two tickets to an amazing music show happening this weekend in the city. It's a live performance by A.R. Rahman, and they'll be playing some of their greatest hits hits along with a few surprises. The show will take place at Sardar Patel Cricket Stadium on January 25, 2025, starting at 8:00 PM. It promises to be a night filled with incredible energy and fantastic music. Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend as I've been assigned some urgent work at the office that I simply can't postpone. Amajor project deadline has come up unexpectedly, and my team needs my assistance to complete it on time. I thought of you immediately because I know how much you love A.R. Rahman and live music. I would love for you to have the tickets and enjoy the show in my place. I'm sure you'll have a fantastic time! Let me know if you can make it. I'll drop off the tickets or send them over digitally. Best wishes, Pankaj Dave
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Dear John, I hope you are doing well. I am writing to let you know that I have two tickets for an upcoming music show this weekend, and I would love for you to have them. The concert will be held on Saturday evening at the City Arena, starting at 7:30 p.m.. It features on of our favorite bands, The Echo Beats, along with a couple of well-known local artists. From what I have heard, it is going to be a lively event with a great atmosphere, and I am sure you will enjoy it thoroughly. I immidiatley thought of you because I know how much you enjoy live performances, and particular band is one you have been following quite some time.Rather than letting the tickets go unused, I felt it would be wonderful if you could attend and make most of them. Unfortunately, I will not be able to join beacuse I have been assigned some urgent official work. A major client presentation has been scheduled for Monday, and I need entire week to prepare the documents, review data, and coordinate with my team. Please let me know if you can make it, I will drop the tickets off at your place. I am sure you will have amazing time. Warm regards
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 4 days ago
Dear John, Hope you this mail find you well. I want to presemt you a ticket to a music show that is going to be conducted over the weekend in the city. The music show is by The Jonas Brothers. It is of 3 hours at the City Center Mall in Seatle. I bought it last week. However, I have some emergency office work to attend on the same day, so I decided to send you the ticket. Moreover, I remember the days we enjoyed clubbing and attending musical classes. Therefore, I believe you will enjoy the musical show. I would have joined but I received an urgent meeting for the latest production issue due to which I need to attend the office.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 9 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 9 days ago
Dear Riya, I hope you are doing well. I have two tickets for music show this Saturday evening at the City Auditorium. The show is called Echoes of Harmony, and it will have both classical and modern music. Many famous singers and bands will perform, and i think it will be a great experince. I want to give the tickets to you beacuse I know you enjoy music ad live shows. You always like trying new things, and I think this concert will be perfect for you. Unfortunately, I cannot go because i have urgent office work. My manager gave me new project that must be finished by Monday. I need to work o ot over the weekend, so I won't be able to attend the show. I hope you can go and enjoy the concert.Let me know how it was Best wishes, Ananya
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 13 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 13 days ago
Dear Rochelle, Hope you are doing well. There is a music show which is conducted in the city, and I believe you are aware of it. I booked the tickets for this show last week. Unfortunately, I am held up with office work and need to attend some meetings. Due to this, I will not be attending this show. Rather, I would request you to attend this show. This music show is conducted near the central city, which is almost closer to the railway station. The show starts at 5 pm and I have booked 2 tickets. So I request you and your partner to be at the show and let me know how it was. I know you are very much interested in music and a crazy fan of this musician. Hope this surprises you a lot on seeing this singer and musician on stage for a live show. There is an important client meet where it will take up the entire evening of mine this. I do not want to miss this show, hence I planned to send you the tickets and share my experience once we meet. Hope you and your partner enjoy. Yours sincerely Martin George

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