Murgo,+Rebecca

__**1.Practice more!!**__ Since this year I dont have band everyday, I dont't get to play the music as much in school. This is a huge goal for me to practice more because I will improve alot over all with playing. After awhile i will be more framilar with the music and play better in band. __**3.To learn more** scales.__ Scales is one of the basics that I should know like the back of my hand. It will also help me know all of my fingerings better.
 * __2.Enjoy my__ __instrument.__** In orchestra I really love playing my violin and I feel like that makes a huge difference when I play. I feel like if I could like the french horn as much as the violin I could be more dedicated to my instrument. So if i enjoyed my instrument more i could improve as a player all around. You will develop more enjoyment when you play the french horn more! Practicing will lead to more enjoyment because you will feel like you are accomplishing more and contributing more to the ensembles!! This might be a tough goal to measure progress in though. It is sort of tied into Goal 1. I suggest you select an additional gaol.

Music means a lot to me because most of my life involves music. I enjoy playing different instruments such as the French horn and violin. Music has taught me how to practice and try new things. I just recently started learning the piano. In addition I am performing in the High School musical in a few weeks in which I have to sing with a chorus. I also enjoy listening to different types of music. I really like classical music and will listen to it with my grandfather. I dance ballet to classical music. Even music plays a part of my holidays. We always play Christmas carols while decorating our tree. Also I play duets on the violin with my grandfather on Christmas Eve.
 * Sophomore Essay**

Six words that describe me as a musician are flexible, hardworking, dedicated, improving, cooperative, and fun. I practice instruments a lot so I think that I am hardworking and dedicated as a musician. Therefore, I am always improving my performance. I work well with other musicians so I am cooperative. I have switched from flute to French horn when asked by Mr. Laird. So I am flexible with the needs of the band. Finally, I like to have fun as a musician. I enjoy playing with the marching band because it is a lot of fun.

Music means the world to me. I couldn’t imagine my life without it. I like all types of music and enjoy performing in band and orchestra. My family also enjoys music with me.