meet our 7th & 8th year students!

This week, we are recognizing these students for 7 & 8 years of music study! Congratulations! Special awards will be given in May!

McKenna

What grade are you in?
6th
Current &/or Past Teacher(s):
Ms. Nevill
What do you like most about playing your instrument?
When you get to know a song really well, it sticks with you and it’s fun!
What's your favorite piece you have played?
"Spanish Cabellero", "Ice Skaters", and  "Try Everything". 
What keeps you going with lessons (and interested)?
my improvement!
What's your favorite subject in school?
Math
What other activities do you do outside of school?
Chinese, Spanish, plays tennis, and Kumon
What's your favorite movie &/or TV show?
"Murder Mystery" on netflix.
What's your favorite color?
white,  green, & blue
What is the best thing about YOU and why?
I can make people smile, I’m really good at cheering people up. 
What are YOU really good at?
Tennis!
What advice would you give to someone just starting out in lessons?
it will be hard but then when you get the hang of it, it will be fun!
What do you love about MSS?
The way they teach so it doesn’t get confusing
What else would we like to know about YOU?
I am starting to play baseball
​Anything you would like to say to your teacher?
I’m a little bit of a slow learner but I get the hang of things!" 

Anna

What grade are you in?
7th
Current &/or Past Teacher(s):
Ms. Stathia
What do you like most about playing your instrument?
YesI sit down to start playing and I can't stop.
What's your favorite piece you have played?
Frankie & Johnny AND Dream a Little Dream of Me
What keeps you going with lessons (and interested)?
I get to see Ms Stathia.
What's your favorite subject in school?
Advanced Theater Arts
What other activities do you do outside of school?
Dance
What's your favorite movie &/or TV show?
Gilmore Girls and Clueless and Vampire Dairies
What's your favorite color?
Purple
Do you have any pets?
Toby (terrier mix) and Lulu (goldendoodle)
Do you have any siblings?
Yes-- a little sister
What is the best thing about YOU and why?
The best thing about me is that I am loyal by always being there for my friends and family. Also my hugs.
What are YOU really good at?
I am good at theater arts and writing
What advice would you give to someone just starting out in lessons?
To continue with lessons even if it is not your favorite, because it is something you can do for the rest of your life.
What do you love about MSS?
The relaxing and calm environment.
What else would we like to know about YOU?
I love food.
​Anything you would like to say to your teacher?
Thank you. Also, I practiced with my left hand!

Juliette

​What grade are you in?
7th
Current &/or Past Teacher(s):
Mrs. Meredith, Ms. Herod, Mrs. Jenni, & Mrs. Stathia (aka: mom)
What do you like most about playing your instrument?
It’s fun
What keeps you going with lessons (and interested)?
My teachers
What's your favorite subject in school?
Social Studies
What other activities do you do outside of school?
Dance
What's your favorite movie &/or TV show?
His Dark Materials
What's your favorite color?
Purple
Do you have any pets?
Yes, lab- Cowboy, catahula leopard- Rider
Do you have any siblings?
Yes- Dominic, my older brother
What is the best thing about YOU and why?
I like to organize things because it keeps me clean and tidy
What are YOU really good at?
Dance
What advice would you give to someone just starting out in lessons?
Just take it day by day it is not going to come super fast
What do you love about MSS?
Everything
What else would we like to know about YOU?
I don’t like Mexican food
​Anything you would like to say to your teacher?
I’m happy!

Mischa

What grade are you in?
7the
Student's Current &/or Past Teacher(s)
Ms. Lynne Nevill
What do you like most about playing your instrument?
​I love when I master a song and it sounds so good.
What's your favorite piece you have played?
My favorite piece was "Colors of the Wind".
What keeps you going with lessons (and interested)?
Playing songs for my friends
What's your favorite subject in school?
Math
What other activities do you do outside of school?
Lacrosse
What's your favorite movie &/or TV show?
Captain America Civil War
What's your favorite color?
Blue
Do you have any pets?
2 cats - jasmine and symba
Do you have any siblings?
Yes one sister
What is the best thing about YOU and why?
That I can always make people laugh and it’s good because it makes people feel better
What are YOU really good at?
I’m good at lacrosse
What advice would you give to someone just starting out in lessons?
Don’t give up and work your hardest
What do you love about MSS?
That all the teachers are so nice and always talk to me.
​Anything you would like to say to your teacher?
Thank you for teaching me for so many years

Sohum

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