Imagine it being mid-May and you just performed in your last high school concert EVER. All you could have played during your entire high school career has now come to a close. What do you do until that late August date where you begin your new journey called college?
Stay Inspired
I’m going to be pretty honest when I say I fell out of love with my instrument for a brief period. I am not in any way saying that will happen to any upcoming freshman. What I am saying is in order to remain at the same love for your instrument that you might usually have, I recommend doing whatever you need to do to stay inspired. Keeping yourself inspired will help keep you excited about your art form and help you in those down times.When I had nothing up and coming, no concert, no placement audition music, nothing but etudes and solos I was working on just for the sake of repertoire, there was nothing pushing me and keeping me intrigued. Don’t let yourself fall into this pit hole.
But even if you do, there is always time to jump back on the bandwagon and get back into the swing of things. Ever since I’ve moved into college, a very long ways from home, I have managed to keep myself inspired and trust me – in college this is an easy task. At a music school, there’s music changing constantly all around you, every hour of the day. Whether it be marching band, concert band or even just piano class, there’s always something to keep you on your feet. It’s great to regain my passion and drive for music. I feel wonderful now and wouldn’t change a thing.
Making the Transition
So even if you’re feeling a bit apprehensive about being a music major after going through a lower valley of learning, don’t worry! Just stick it out and you’ll be just fine. Also, if you choose to go to a school far from home like myself (NY to TX) just be aware that their lingo might take a few days to adjust to. Music is music no matter where you may be, but different ways of counting or different terminology may occur when entering a completely foreign territory. Not a hesitation though, you will catch on quick if you know your stuff! Stay inspired and keep a positive attitude…Transitioning from high school to college will be a breeze.
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