Student Spotlight: Stella T.
1. How long have you taken music lessons?
I’ve been taking lessons for about 15 months.
2. What instrument(s) do you play?
I play the piano.
3. Who are your favorite musical artists?
Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter.
4. What are your short and long-term goals with music?
I want to keep playing piano because it’s something I truly enjoy doing for myself and others. Music makes me happy, and I’m passionate about learning new music and getting better.
5. What is your favorite part about taking music lessons?
I love learning new songs and skills—it’s so fun to see how much I can improve. Also Dr. Lachlan is an AWESOME teacher!
6. What are your hobbies?
Piano, art, reading, basketball, and volleyball.
7. What are some of your favorite foods?
Spaghetti and pizza. I am Italian!
8. What is the coolest thing you’ve learned in lessons recently?
Learning new chords and understanding the timing in music—it makes everything sound more complete!
9. Do you have any performances coming up or have you had a performance recently?
Yes! I have my Halloween concert this Sunday, and I’m super excited about it!
10. Why should other people play music?
People should play music because it makes you feel happy and proud of yourself. It’s a special way to share feelings with others. When I play, it makes me feel good inside, and sometimes it even makes other people smile too.
“I just wanted to take a moment to say how incredibly grateful we are for everything Brighter Minds has done for Stella. She’s so lucky to be part of such a special place that truly celebrates music. The impact of having such an amazing teacher (Dr. Lachlan) has been life-changing for her. Music is where she truly shines, and it’s been beautiful to watch her thrive in an environment that nurtures her love for the arts.
Thank you for creating a space where kids like Stella can feel seen, supported, and celebrated.”