cukaracha
Oct 30, 2011
Undergraduate / 'learning music by just observing and listening' - CommonApp Short - Music and Me [4]
Hi guys, could you please read and critique my short answer. Feel free to be (constructively) harsh. Thanks a lot!!
Prompt: Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences.
Apparently learning music by just observing and listening isn't 'normal'. But as a self-taught guitarist, that is how I've gone about learning music for the past 8 years. Fortunately, my inability to read sheet music has never been much of a hindrance. In fact, not religiously abiding by black dots and horizontal lines allows me to be creative and expressive. When my guitar ensemble instructor told me to 'get creative' with the Jazz solo I was to play for our hallmark competition, I was enthralled by the opportunity. Obtaining a Gold award was a gratifying bonus. Furthermore, being part of the symphony of various orchestral sections is an exhilarating experience. Playing alongside Japanese counterparts in a music exchange tour to Japan was a priceless privilege; our seamless musical collaboration truly magical considering our language barrier. Music is special to me as it defines my intangible aspects; my love for creativity and collaboration, and strive for perfection.
Hi guys, could you please read and critique my short answer. Feel free to be (constructively) harsh. Thanks a lot!!
Prompt: Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences.
Apparently learning music by just observing and listening isn't 'normal'. But as a self-taught guitarist, that is how I've gone about learning music for the past 8 years. Fortunately, my inability to read sheet music has never been much of a hindrance. In fact, not religiously abiding by black dots and horizontal lines allows me to be creative and expressive. When my guitar ensemble instructor told me to 'get creative' with the Jazz solo I was to play for our hallmark competition, I was enthralled by the opportunity. Obtaining a Gold award was a gratifying bonus. Furthermore, being part of the symphony of various orchestral sections is an exhilarating experience. Playing alongside Japanese counterparts in a music exchange tour to Japan was a priceless privilege; our seamless musical collaboration truly magical considering our language barrier. Music is special to me as it defines my intangible aspects; my love for creativity and collaboration, and strive for perfection.