I have been in various music programs during my four years in high school. I have had the opportunity to be a part of the Tooele High Concert, Marching, and Jazz bands for all four years. I have also been a part of the Tooele High Drumline for two years. On top of instrumental programs, I have also participated in the Tooele High Concert Choir and Ladies Ensemble. I have loved every minute that I have been a part of Tooele High’s music department. I have been to marching competitions, concert band competitions, concert choir competitions, jazz band competitions, and solo and ensemble competitions for both voice and instruments. I have received at least two superior ratings at all of the competitions mentioned for all four years. I enjoy serving the community around me. Being a part of the
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Namely, this last fall, I had the chance to be the field commander of the Tooele High Marching Band. This experience helped me in ways that I didn’t know were possible. The most difficult thing I have ever experienced was being drum major of the Tooele High band. I was put in charge of 78 of my fellow band members. The experience taught me so much about leadership. There were many aspects of being in this position that were challenging. I was directing family and friends, which made it hard to gain respect. I was put in stressful situations where I had to make quick decisions. The people I was leading needed to trust and respect me. I also learned the importance of honesty while leading the marching band.
Although these positions were demanding, my experiences were necessary for personal growth. I learned that there is a perfect balance between being a friend and a leader. I have learned strategies to handle challenges and stressful situations in a healthy way. Most importantly, I came to know how important it is to be honest and trustworthy to my
Namely, this last fall, I had the chance to be the field commander of the Tooele High Marching Band. This experience helped me in ways that I didn’t know were possible. The most difficult thing I have ever experienced was being drum major of the Tooele High band. I was put in charge of 78 of my fellow band members. The experience taught me so much about leadership. There were many aspects of being in this position that were challenging. I was directing family and friends, which made it hard to gain respect. I was put in stressful situations where I had to make quick decisions. The people I was leading needed to trust and respect me. I also learned the importance of honesty while leading the marching band.
Although these positions were demanding, my experiences were necessary for personal growth. I learned that there is a perfect balance between being a friend and a leader. I have learned strategies to handle challenges and stressful situations in a healthy way. Most importantly, I came to know how important it is to be honest and trustworthy to my