As the class began the new school year, I realized not how advanced I was, but rather how behind I was instead. My instructor didn't teach strangely; I was previously high-level only because basic music theory had never been taught or tested before. These concepts were completely foreign to my ears, and instead of perfecting my technique, I stumbled after the …show more content…
I decided to set aside the thought that I was scraping the bottom, and decided to climb to the top. When music for the next concert choir audition was posted, I ensured I was first in line for them. I immediately perfected Locus Iste with my voice teacher, and readied myself for the audition day. When I reported to the choir room, I was not “hoping” to do well, I was confident in my performance: I already knew my name would be on the list. I am now in the concert choir for my senior year, and can hold my head high for having worked for