Reasons For Drum Major

Through careful consideration and self-evaluation, I have discovered many qualities that help me stand apart from the other candidates interested in this position. There are many traits that, when combined, make a very efficient leader. I feel that I would be a great choice for drum major because I have many leadership skills that are needed for a position of this nature. Although I possess a plethora of meaningful and essential qualities that any excellent leader must have, I feel that my most substantial characteristics are my flexibility, confidence, and passion.
Confidence is definitely an important trait of a good leader, because if I am not leading with confidence then how can my group feel confident about what they are doing? I feel …show more content…
I always think of this quote from La La Land, “People love what other people are passionate about.” Passion is a mixture of so many important characteristics of a well rounded individual such as, Hard work, love, and dedication. My passion for music pushed me to work harder to increase my knowledge base more than anything else. My passion and love for music is the reason I work so hard and show as much dedication as I do. That is the reason I continue to do solo ensemble, and when I don’t get a score I’m happy with I learn another piece while learning West Side Story. I think that one of my biggest weaknesses contributes to my strength of being passionate. I oftentimes expect too much of myself and push myself a little too hard, but I see that as ambitious and committed. Throughout high school I have dedicated all of my time to my music, that is why I plan on auditioning for MYSO and UWAY this spring. My passion is the reason I can say that all of my frustration and aggravation of not being able to play something right away will be worth it. I strongly believe that the arts are not only what many people need, but it is what the world needs. If people can set aside their differences to come together and make something so extraordinary, such as music, our society might be a little less hectic. My love for this department is the reason I want to become a drum major and the reason I feel I would be a really good …show more content…
I love to help and serve in all ways possible. Whether that is through leading in Church, through Girl Scouts or volunteering at the Humane Society. I find many ways to lead and keep myself busy when I’m not participating in some sort of musical activity. I teach sunday school at my church, K4 - 2nd grade, which presents itself with its fair share of challenges. This has given me the opportunity to work with different age groups, such as the children, their grandparents, and their parents. This experience has helped me learn how approach a variety of different issues that pop up. I also serve through my church by going on mission trips and helping lead the annual food pack and school kit pack. I love all of these events because they give me the opportunity to do something I love and something I’m good at. Through these programs I have furthered myself as a leader and as a