1 What is your name and how old are you?
My name is Adam and I am thirteen years old, currently in eighth grade.
2. How long have you been studying music and how old were you when you first started?
I have been practicing music since the age of six and have been avidly practicing violin for seven years.
3. Who is your teacher?
Dr. Lubo has been teaching me since I joined the New Mozart School of Music.
4. What pieces are you currently working on?
Recently, I have been practicing Romance by Amy Beach, Allegro Brillante by Ten Have, and Sonata No. 5 in F major, Op. 24, Mvt. 1 by Beethoven.
5. How often do you practice?
I practice daily for only twenty to thirty minutes.
6. Why do you love music?
Whether I play it, write it, or listen to it, it has always been a special way of connecting with myself. In fact, I enjoy all kinds of music in genres separate from classical including rock, metal, and hip hop.
7. What is your favorite piece to play, and why do you enjoy it so much?
I love Sonata in G minor by Henry Eccles. Every movement is unique and emotional!
8. Tell us about some of your recent accomplishments.
Recently, I was invited to perform at Carnegie hall since I was a first prize winner of the Golden Classical Music Competition. I also scored second place in the San Francisco International Innovative Music Competition. I am also an Honor Roll student at New Mozart.
9. What are some things you like doing besides music?
Besides violin, I play the drumset. Currently, I am writing a novel, studying physics, wrestling, and the Senior Patrol Leader of my Boy Scouts Troop(Troop 14, recruiting now!).
10. What do you want to be when you grow up?
Honestly, I cannot say I know. I have multiple paths I can take and I haven’t made that decision yet.