Freedom, of a sort
Upon my return to Stanford I resolved to practice frequently in preparation for grad school auditions. Imagine my surprise when I realized that I actually enjoy practicing when I’m not worried about pesky things like class.
This is a Big Deal. Normally I dislike practicing, as I feel like I don’t spend enough time on it and what little I do I don’t get very much out of. However, with the freedom of summer, spending 4-5 hours a day focusing solely on music becomes not only palatable and feasible, but downright enjoyable. That’s not to say it’s all puppies and dandelions; I do get bored or frustrated at times. However, this passes far more easily than it used to.
Of course, it remains to be seen whether or not this is helping, but I feel like it is. I’ve certainly gained a new appreciation for how freaking hard learning an instrument is. In the end, however, it is the affirmation of my chosen path, realizing the enjoyment I get out of all this music that is the best part.
Variations on a Theme of Conducting 
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