<p>Okay, at the end of 8th grade, some orchestra students auditioned for the more advanced orchestras such as sinfonia (2nd highest) and symphony (highest). I thought that the audition piece for symphony was too hard, so I decided to audition for sinfonia. Now, I’m not particularly gifted or a fast learner when it comes to music, so I had to work my button off to perfect my playing. I thought I did the audition pretty well, except for a few parts. Fast forward to today–I get my schedule for next year in the mail. I was shocked to discover that I actually got placed in symphony! It just doesn’t make sense because I auditioned for sinfonia whereas so many other kids in my orchestra auditioned for symphony. Although I hope this isn’t a mistake, I am really scared about being in the symphony orchestra (like I said, I’m no Mozart), so I may suck at playing the pieces and wreck my GPA. Honestly, the only reason I made it this far is because of pure effort; I highly doubt that hard work alone is sufficient to succeed in this class. Any thoughts?</p>
<p>Better start practicing.</p>
<p>This is high school band, right? I promise that none of the other kids are Mozart either. Some students may be very good, but I guarantee it’s because they work hard and practice.</p>
<p>The greatest musicians are where they are because they put in the effort and the hours. Don’t worry about it–practice the music, and you’ll be fine.</p>
<p>ask the magic conch shell</p>