Thoughts on music

I love music. Even though you may not care, I'll share some of my thoughts, feelings, and maybe a bit of my experiences with music.

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I love the music of Bach. I thought Vivaldi was my favorite composer, but then I realized that it was just the Four Seasons and an a minor concerto that are my top favorites; I enjoy playing anything and everything Bach. I think this is because my brain savors detailed sound with overlapping melodies. Also, because Bach writes such terribly complex music, it demands my very best playing and stretches my abilities. I am always a better musician after I learn a Bach piece.

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I find playing in a group very rewarding and gratifying. Youth Symphony has been one of the highlights of high school. I can't help smiling every time we start to play a great piece of music. There's something about a bunch of regular kids coming together and playing a masterpiece by Beethoven or Bach. Totally amazing feeling.

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Music is on the earth for a reason.

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I hated practicing for a period of roughly three years after I started playing the violin. Then something clicked and practicing was not a chore anymore, because I was making music. I'm so glad I pushed though the boring stuff, the tears, the frustration, the discouragement. It's so worth it.

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Violin is my native language; piano is something useful I picked up and found enjoyable.

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If I didn't play the violin, I would play the cello. I would love to learn it someday.

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If I had a date to a concert, the best part would be the concert, not the date. As rude as that is. However, the date would get bonus points for taking me to a concert. :)

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My favorite keys to play in are g minor, a minor, and G major. Overall, I like minor pieces better. They seem to strike a deeper chord in my heart. They get down to the nitty gritty of life and human nature.

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I have had wonderful music teachers who opened my ears and trained my hands and taught my heart. Thank you.