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before the concert started vs before the concert starts

Both phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. 'Before the concert started' is used when referring to a point in the past before the concert began. 'Before the concert starts' is used when referring to a point in the future before the concert will begin.
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before the concert started

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a point in the past before the concert began.

This phrase is used to describe an event that occurred prior to the beginning of a concert.

Examples:

  • I met the band backstage before the concert started.
  • We had dinner before the concert started.
  • May 24, 2024 ... Backstage before the concert started tonight:) Backstage before the concert started tonight:) Emma Miller and 1.8K others. 93K Plays · 󰤥 1K.
  • Mar 3, 2022 ... Rolled up right before the concert started. · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
  • As I was sitting backstage going through the requests collected from the stage, ten minutes before the concert started, I noticed a rare situation; that...
  • Jul 24, 2023 ... ... like less than an hour before the concert started after finding out that my original tickets ended up being a scam. Upvote 2. Downvote Award
  • Aug 15, 2024 ... Inside they have the air conditioning on full blast and I thought it was cold before the concert started. Once the place filled in and ...
  • Sep 14, 2023 ... The screen suddenly died at Zurich just before the concert started. They've decided to start the concert without visuals.
  • Feb 2, 2024 ... 1740 likes, 3 comments - jeongstagram1101_ on February 2, 2024: "AAAAAA JEONGYEON POSTED RIGHT BEFORE THE CONCERT STARTED ❤️❤️❤️!
  • Mar 7, 2014 ... We sat around for an hour before the concert started, ordered two pizzas and talked with another family in our suite. Then, at 8:30, the ...
  • Nov 18, 2022 ... When I examined the audience before the concert started, I realized that they were mostly middle-aged people. Most people were in casual ...

before the concert starts

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a point in the future before the concert will begin.

This phrase is used to talk about an action that will happen prior to the start of a concert.

Examples:

  • Let's grab a drink before the concert starts.
  • I need to find my seat before the concert starts.
  • Feb 24, 2018 ... I would aim to arrive at around 7.40 to give myself time to have a drink before the concert starts.
  • Oct 6, 2023 ... What is the song played before the concert starts? Tour. It sounds familiar, but I can't recall what it is. Anyone know? Only talking about ...
  • May 18, 2017 ... ... before the concert starts.. So if spain is anything alike you should probably get to the front... 5(?) rows.. for more you should probably ...
  • Aug 26, 2022 ... Skip to main content People waiting in line before the concert starts at Pioneer Square : r/Portland.
  • I suggest planning to arrive at least an hour before the show. Enjoy the Family Room before the concert starts. I wish we arrived earlier, because when the ...
  • Aug 30, 2023 ... At what time before the concert starts do you think I should be at the waiting line to get first row in a Lana concert?
  • Nov 5, 2023 ... arriving there approximately 2 hours before the concert starts so at around 6pm, do i have enough time to buy merch and get through and ...
  • Plan going early so you can park easily and also to enjoy some drinks and food before the concert starts 3. It's a bit of a walk between the parking and the ...
  • Oct 23, 2024 ... ... before the concert starts. Things that are specific for your instrument. Would love to here from you! Upvote 6. Downvote 9 Go to comments

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