Discovering the joys of music and becoming a proficient violin player have shaped the person I am today. I was a quiet and shy little girl growing up. By learning to play a musical instrument and participating in my school music program and orchestra, it has helped me come out of my shell and develop the social skills and self-confidence I need to be successful in life. Music has always been a big part in my family’s life. My dad was a trumpet player in his school band, and my sister was a flute player in her school band. My parents enjoyed Broadway musicals, and they introduced my sister and me to musicals in our early childhood years. Two of our favorite musicals were “The Phantom of the Opera” and “Les Misérables.” It was my family’s love of music and my enjoyable experiences with the musicals that led me to my musical journey. When a music program at my elementary school was offered to fifth graders, I decided to join the program. I chose the violin as it was a beautiful sounding instrument that I heard most often in Broadway musicals. The violin was also one of the most challenging instruments to play. Within the first few months, some of my classmates quit the music program out of frustration of playing such a difficult …show more content…
As a co-section leader, I was able to help the younger and less experienced violin players develop their music skills. Leading my section gave me the opportunity to develop my social skills and leadership skills. Playing in the school orchestra also helped me in building my confidence to perform in front of large audiences. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and boosted my self-confidence in areas outside of music as well. As of today, I have successfully given oral presentations in front of an audience, played as a soloist as well as performing in music ensembles in my school and in my
Music has always been one of things I excelled in. In elementary school it was required to be in music but second in 5th grade you have the option to be in band. I was in band for 6 years before I stopped and I went to 5 honor bands. I played tenor saxophone and was 2nd chair all six years. Jazz band was something we had in middle school and high school. We had 2 jazz bands in middle school. Jazz one was for 8th graders and jazz two was 7th grade. I played in both. My first year I played tenor 1 and 2 and the second year I played baritone saxophone. My 9th grade year I played only tenor one. We didn’t have to audition but the students who plays that instrument normally would have first say in who gets 1st, 2nd and sometimes 3rd part. That
Nothing lasts forever. Everything, whether good or bad has to come to an end. But people do say that sounds and voices do not die. Melodies we hear in our life lives on for generations and ever after. No matter who we are or wherever we come from; in whichever situation we were in, at some point of our lives, we have come across certain melodies that still live in our heart. And I am no different from others. There are certain musical pieces that have not only influenced my life, but have made a significant impact to change me for the better.
Until now, only my family and those who have had the experience of calling my house in the midst of one of my renditions of the confrontation scene between Javert and Valjean from Les Misérables knew about my passion for musical theater. For years I have endured ridicule from my sisters and their friends who have overheard me belting out the lyrics to "Sunrise, Sunset" from Fiddler on the Roof while in the shower. Ever since my first musical, Jesus Christ Superstar, seven years ago, I have been obsessed with the telling of stories through melody and verse. My heart leaps when I see that Phantom of the Opera is coming to the local theater, or when Guys and Dolls is appearing on television at one in the morning.
The band room at Reynolds Middle School was filled to the brim with over excited, prepubescent children who were about to be given thousands of dollars worth of metal and wood because on that day we would be receiving our instruments. Sitting anxiously with my hands in my lap waiting for forever as Mr. Love went down the list alphabetically to give each student his or her new toy. When Mr. Love finally called my name to get my clarinet I shared excited glances with all of my friends who had gotten their new instruments before me and giddily running to the storage room to get the black case that would contain the thin tube of plastic that would be used by me to drive my parents up the wall to this day. While learning how to put the five pieces
When I was in elementary school, State Road always had assemblies and invited people to come perform for the students. During one assembly we walked down to the cafeteria and when I got down there I saw the High School Jazz Band. After listening to the sweet music I felt inspired and I wanted to learn how to play an instrument one day in the Jazz Band. In middle school I learned how to play the trumpet and wanted to become a good musician so I practiced and worked on my tonality. When I finally got to symphonic band in high school I was nervous because I knew I was one step closer to being in the Jazz Band.
I began taking violin lessons at the age of four and have since shared my music with others in many ways. I have been in the community orchestra at Jacksonville University and am in the first violin section of the University of North Florida's string ensemble. When I performed on violin for 4-H's Share the Fun event, I placed first at the county and district levels and second at the state level, and was later asked to play at the 4-H Foundation Dinner and two Volunteer Recognition Dinners. The most unusual playing job I have had was when I played for a sale at Rhode's Furniture!
Many sources show that children that play some sort of instrument have improved creative and critical thinking skills. It is essential to keep music programs in schools. It is not only important for students to play music because it improves test scores, but because
I am a violinist. It has been my passion, life and soul for fourteen years of my life and I continue to strive to develop my skills on it. Playing violin from the young age of four has been my biggest boon. I grew up surrounded by musicians: my grandfather taught violin to my mother, my mother to my brother and me, and my father was a former Fulbright scholar with a DMA (Doctor of Musical Arts) degree from Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.
What comes to mind when you hear Rock ‘n’ Roll? It is the upbeat tempo with drums beating a harmonic tune, the electrifying sound of guitars and of course the singers, making music that connects to your emotions.
Music has absolutely been an enormous part of my life and who I am. However,
One thing I especially appreciate playing music on my violin. When I’m thinking of my violin I think of the school orchestra. I can picture all of us laughing as Mrs. Markley is waiting for all of us to start in the correct position. When you first hear it you might think Mrs. Markley is getting annoyed, but I promise she’s not because we can all see her trying to stifle her laughter. Especially, I picture all of the amazing friends that I have made in the past two years in the orchestra. One of my funny memories in orchestra was when we had our first concert. We had to stop in the middle of one of our songs. It was quite embarrassing then, but now it’s something we all laugh at.
For almost 8 years of my life, playing the cello has influenced my life in so many extraordinary ways. Choosing the cello over any instrument, was probably one of the best decisions I will have ever made, in the 5th grade. The violin was way too high, the viola was way too small, while the upright bass was way too big. I knew at that very moment that the cello was the instrument that I wanted to play. The warmth of the instruments tone, and the powerful sound that came out of the f-holes drew me in so quickly.
Even when children learn music they able to listen, sing, dance, create movement. Listening to music draw out emotions, and playing music can be just like communicating emotions. Some people find this a very powerful experience. “ Music enriches the lives of students and should be considered a necessary part of education.”
My parents were still unbelievers when I was in my mother’s womb. In 1976, there was a great spiritual revival swept across the entire region of Nagaland. In one of such revivals, my parents received the new faith of Christianity and committed their lives to Jesus Christ. The following year I was born and my parents dedicated my life at the altar of Almighty God to serve Him in a full-time ministry from among five children. Thus, I grew up in a Christian family, with devout Christian parents, who exemplified the Christian faith in their commitment to the Community.
Learning to play any musical instrument, benefits an individual in all aspects of life, whether it 's academically, socially, physically, or emotionally. Instruments that were created to make musical sounds are categorized into five main groups; strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and keyboards. And all it takes is dedication and admiration in order to successfully learn how to play an instrument. I believe that musicians, those who have musical ability, have an advantage over other individuals who don 't have the knowledge to play an instrument. Becoming a musician will also open up so many opportunities that are undeniably gratifying.