Meet the Musicians

Along with the rest of my fourth-grade class I was asked to pick a string instrument and chose the cello because its tone was described as rich, like chocolate.

I decided to be a percussionist because I don't want to be like all of the other girls who play flute or clarinet.

My family and I used to go to a farmer's market, and a girl was always there playing violin. I liked it so much I wanted to try. My parents let me, and I've been playing ever since.

I first decided to play violin four years ago when I went to my first PYP Christmas concert. I loved it, and on my following birthday my parents presented me with a violin and my violin teacher's phone number.

Music is another language that I "speak." It expresses what is within you. It accompanies and understands you when no one else understands how you feel. Playing an instrument well is kind of like combining yourself with music — you become music.

It's a great way to express yourself. If you're happy or upset it's a great outlet. I often find that whenever I'm angry I can go sit down and play, and when I'm done I feel much better.

It does something to you from the inside out. Being part of an orchestra makes you realize the beauty of life and the potential for your dreams.