Students on top of their game

Q:  When did you begin playing the tuba?
A: I started playing in the sixth grade.

Q: What inspired you to begin playing?
A: It rhymed with my name and I was interested in the instrument’s looks.

Q: How many hours do you spend playing?
A: Five or more hours per week.

Q: What significance does playing an instrument hold for you?
A: I really enjoy playing the tuba, and I would like to continue playing into college. It gives me validation because when I’m playing, I can really pour a lot of myself into it.

Q: What are you most proud of as a musician?
 A: I am proudest of the fact that I have been able to gain enough skill to seriously consider playing past high school.

What do you enjoy most about playing the trumpet?
A: I enjoy making music and using it as a form of communication.