Student Spotlight:
iris d.
1. How long have you taken music lessons?
I’ve taken music lessons for six years.
2. What instrument(s) do you play?
Piano and clarinet
3. Who are your favorite musical artists?
Billie Eilish, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Olivia Rodrigo
4. What are your short and long-term goals with music?
Fun?
5. What is your favorite part about taking music lessons?
I get to learn how to make music in a good-sounding way and get to play some cool songs
6. What are your hobbies?
Drawing, music, reading
7. What are some of your favorite foods?
Tacos and sushi
8. What is the coolest thing you've learned in your lessons recently?
How many different ways there are to write music to make it sound differently.
9. Do you have any performances coming up or have you had a performance recently?
I had a performance in January where I played "Harry’s Wondrous World"
10. Why should other people play music?
To play, it’s fun
We're pleased that Iris has been able to form fruitful relationships with her Brighter Minds Music piano teachers, who have been supportive, nurturing, and encouraging, while at the same time pushing and challenging Iris to hone her skills and improve as a pianist.
-Mark and Amy, Iris’s Parents
“This young woman started with me because she was looking for a new teacher. Several months later, she has successfully completed the project piece she brought with her at our first lesson, performed at the January recital, and completed a set of 12 technical exercises in C Major. I am most proud of the fact that Iris is always willing to work toward her goal, no matter the difficulties that present themselves along the way.”