For ten years during my childhood and adolescence I played the violin in my school orchestra. I was led to the instrument by my parents and stayed with it not because I was necessarily very good, but more so out of a sense of obligation to remain committed to the practice -- although, to be fair, I did very little practicing. Yet, I religiously attended every rehearsal and practice session, participated in concerts and competitions, and regardless of my inner desire to be a percussionist rather…See More

For ten years during my childhood and adolescence I played the violin in my school orchestra. I was led to the instrument by my parents and stayed with it not because I was necessarily very good, but more so out of a sense of obligation to remain committed to the practice -- although, to be fair, I did very little practicing. Yet, I religiously attended every rehearsal and practice session, participated in concerts and competitions, and regardless of my inner desire to be a percussionist rather…See More