by Michaela Lamb |
“I know Lydia started playing cello in 5th grade like most other people, but she stuck with it when other people quit. That determination is what’s made her so good now,” junior Sean Moore said.
Q: How long have you played cello?
A: I got started in 5th grade when we were old enough to start in the school orchestra. It really stuck with me and I’ve been doing it ever since.
Q: How much time do you devote to cello?
A: Well, I have orchestra every day at school and I usually spend about an hour or so practicing every night. I also teach cello lessons to younger kids, so between all that, I would say that it’s one of my largest time commitments.
Q: What is it like teaching students?
A: I really enjoy it. They really want to learn so its fun for both me and the student. It’s a fun job, not a chore.
Q: Do you plan to continue with cello after high school?
A: Next year as a senior, I’ll definitely look into colleges that have a good orchestra program. I can’t really imagine not doing cello, it’s such a big part of my life.
Q: How do you manage your time while you devote so much of it to cello?
A: I make time for my friends. It’s just like any other kid who has a job. I always make sure I’m not working too hard and have time for fun.
Q: Would you encourage other people to get involved with a musical instrument?
A: I definitely would. It’s such a good thing to do, it looks great on resumes and applications and it teaches discipline and hard work. For people who are serious about learning an instrument it isn’t too much like work.
“Lydia Davis is an outstanding student and musician in every way. She is in a leadership position because she works so well with the others and is an excellent role model for them,” Orchestra teacher Mary Lou Jones said.
