This is the twenty-ninth installment of a new chapter in our Student Features series on the blog that we will be posting leading up to the 2017 Music for All National Festival, presented by Yamaha. Music for All will be featuring three honor ensembles (Honor Band of America, Honor Orchestra of America, and the Jazz Band of America) at the Music for All National Festival, March 9th through March 11th. We look forward to getting to know all of these wonderful students who have been accepted into these prestigious ensembles!
Name: Catherine Sager
Hometown: Sebring, FL
School Name: Homeschool
Instrument: Violin
Which Ensemble Are You In?
Honor Orchestra of America
What made you decide to apply to be a part of the ensemble?
At first I really didn’t want to audition, but my sister talked me into it.
What are three things you’ve learned from being involved in band or orchestra?
I learned that it is important to listen to the other players. I also learned how to mesh with the other players to become one big instrument. I’ve also learned to help others who are having trouble.
Most memorable moment in band or orchestra?
My most memorable moment in orchestra was performing at the Grand Ole Opry with Josh Turner and the Annie Moses Band.
Besides band/orchestra, what are you involved in at school?
I enjoy literature and science.
What book have you read that you would recommend?
The Nancy Drew Series
What’s your favorite song or piece of music?
Czardas by Monti and Canon in D by Pachelbel
Favorite ice cream flavor?
Chocolate
What’s your favorite non-music related hobby or past time?
I enjoy reading, coloring, fishing with my dad, and cooking with my mom.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give a friend who needs some inspiration or motivation?
Nothing is IMPOSSIBLE with God. The word “impossible” itself says, “I’m possible.”
What’s your current plan for what you want to do after graduating high school?
After high school I would like to attend the Great Commission Bible Institute.
Have you participated in MFA/BOA events before? Which ones?
No
Tell us something interesting/unique about you:
I’m a country girl at heart. I love fishing and four-wheeler riding in the mud.
