Kevin Wei

Grade: 11th

Instrument: Violin

Future College: Maybe UT or Rice

Future Job: Not sure yet

Years playing: 6

Years dancing: 1.5

Inspiration: Barack Obama

Favorite Musician: Gallant

Favorite Dancer: Bboy Wing

Wingspan: What made you choose the violin?

Wei: “I didn’t choose to play the violin since my parents decided to sign me up for it, but I ended up really liking the violin.”

Wingspan: When did you learn of your interest in music? When did you discover your talent? How has that changed you?

Wei: “I really started to take an interest in violin when I got to my orchestra class in 6th grade. Orchestra requires a team effort just like sports do and it taught me the importance of respecting my peers and teacher.”

Wingspan: When did you learn of your interest in dance? When did you discover your talent? How has that changed you?

Wei: “I learned of my interest in dance through my friend who introduced me to the world of dance. I started off learning from videos on Youtube and eventually I started to dance within the

dance community.”

Wingspan: How do you prepare for a performance?

Wei: “I prepare through a lot of focus. I try to calm myself down and run through the music or choreography.”

Wingspan: How do you handle mistakes during a performance?

Wei: “I think mistakes are a big part of the learning process in orchestra and dance. So I’m pretty open to making mistakes as long as I recognize and fix them.”

Wingspan: How does orchestra affect your everyday life?

Wei: “Orchestra made my everyday life a lot interesting, because I feel like I’m doing something productive every time I practice and I have met a lot of new people through being in orchestra.”

Wingspan: Are you considering playing violin/dance as a career? Why or Why not?

Wei: “Nope, because even though I definitely enjoy dancing and playing violin, I’m not good enough to make a living out of it.”

Wingspan: What’s been your favorite memory in orchestra?

Wei: “My favorite memory in orchestra is definitely the Midwest trip in Chicago during 9th grade.”

Wingspan: If you had to pick another instrument to play, what would it be? Why?

Wei:  “Cello, because I really like its harmonious sound compared to the violin’s pitchy sound.”

Wingspan: How do you balance orchestra, dance, and your extracurriculars?

Wei: “Honestly it’s hard balancing all of it. Usually I have to sacrifice one event for something else since they often come up at the same time, but it’s mostly about scheduling your events.”

Wingspan: What are your goals in orchestra for this upcoming school year?

Wei: “My goals this year in orchestra are to contribute a lot in the top orchestra and try to make All-State.”