My D22 is in the same boat, with music dominating her life for many years (until recently). I’ve heard a few college counselors advising that unless you have potential to be a star (e.g., BBC Young Musician of the Year finalist - we’re in the UK), you should abandon it at around 8th grade and focus on something else where you can be stellar (if your aim are tippy top schools). D22 is not at that level but we have no regrets - we, as a family, have had many wonderful memories from D22’s music and are okay with any adverse consequences stemming from her commitment to music. Good luck!
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