Ithaca College Personal Statement

Sophomore season ended up not being the best like the year before when we went to semi-state. That did not bother me too much knowing I had two years ahead of me to still play the game.

It is easily said that my junior year of high school was my least favorite year due to my injury. While I watched my friends compete and my teammates play, I was seriously debating about whether or not to return back to basketball, show choir, and color guard. I thought that I would not be

Anyone who has ever been in a high school band likely knows about the trumpet player stereotype: trumpet players are egotistical, and they are always trying to outdo one another. I know that stereotype well because I am a trumpet player, although I did not always know that I would gain a passion for music the way that I did. I was initially unsure of what instrument I would play or if I would even enjoy being in band. When I joined band at the beginning of sixth grade, we were allowed to try playing various instruments to determine which one we wanted to learn. The trumpet and alto saxophone were the first instruments to stand out to me, so I tried playing the trumpet first and was able to produce a fairly reasonable tone. On the other hand, I tried the saxophone, and it yielded what I described as a "farting noise" at the time. Aside from my sixth grade humor, I decided that I wanted to play the trumpet, and I have never regretted that decision.

- At the Musipire Professional Music Education School, I have received instruction in classical piano (10 years), guitar (2 years), and classical voice (2 years).

It is without a doubt, attending Rutgers University brings prestige to your name, and distinguishes you from the competition. With over two hundred and fifty years of rich history, Rutgers has been proudly represented by alumni as they continue into their career paths. Dating back to 1766 when Rutgers was first established, notable Rutgers alumni through the years have ranged from politicians such as Elizabeth Warren or Chris Christie to businessmen like David Stern, or even athletes such as Carli Lloyd. It is without a doubt, that Rutgers provides exceptional education as seen through what these alumni have been able to achieve. It is due to the combination of history and high level of education that I believe will help me achieve my career goals.

The games were so hype especially freshman year because after I made a shot the crowd would chant “He’s a freshman” over and over.

schools because I wanted to become a singer. At Metropolitan Arts Institute or MetroArts as the

There are currently three Greek organizations at Ithaca College, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Sigma Alpha Iota, and Mu Phi Epsilon. All three promote musicianship.

Primarily, I am applying to the Communications program because I want to make films and Ithaca College is one of the best film schools in the country. I would also like to study business, to learn how to manage, market and support my filmmaking. Ithaca offers this opportunity, as well as an environment where I can also study the humanities and sciences.

Upon completion of my sophomore year, I got a letter apprising me of my recommendation for the Oregon Ambassadors of Music. After paying a fairly sizeable amount of money and finalizing a tremendous amount of paperwork, I was on my way to Europe with other young musicians from Oregon. We had prepared an unmistakably American repertoire, featuring pieces such as Shenandoah and The Stars and Stripes. We had performances in illustrious cities such as London and Rothenberg, but our concert in

After three semesters in HOSTOS I transferred to Brooklyn College and I enrolled in the film program. I will be a

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has been my top choice for schools ever since my freshmen year of highschool. My first time on the campus was my first time at Solo Ensemble state competition. I remember driving onto campus and thinking how beautiful everything was. I performed early in the morning and I remember running to my site. I thought to myself, “I hope I’m not this late to class when I’m in college!” I made it to my site in plenty of time, though.

While at Cameron University I have been learned a lot about the arts, in particular music. I was a member of Cameron university concert choir for five semesters and am currently a member of Cameron university’s Centennial singers group. During my time in both choirs I have gained a very in-depth knowledge about music and my singing skills have grown tremendously.

thinking differently about football. I tried out for the team my freshman year, and to say the least,

In choosing a high school, I decided to pursue my love of cello performance by auditioning for and eventually attending a performing and visual arts school. In my middle school experience with orchestras and ensembles, I was often highly ranked, and sat among the first or second stands. Since this was what I was accustomed to at the time, I figured this success would effortlessly follow me into my higher education.