Harry

“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.”

-Plato

Hello my name is Harry! I am hard-working, creative, and passionate. I am 14 years old and love to play music in my free time. I look forward to growing my career in music and pursuing my other passions in the years ahead.

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Academic Pursuits

One project I am most proud of is…. our inter-disciplinary project which involved team work to create our own solar system, including the biomes and animal life found on our planets.

I created a timeline of a new universe, and it was a great learning experience for me. This project required a lot of effort and time, which taught me how to be patient and persevere through challenges. Additionally, working on a lengthy project like this one helped me to grow in my sense of responsibility as I had to manage my time effectively and stay committed to completing it. Overall, I am grateful for the lessons that this project taught me and the skills that I developed as a result.

Music:

Voice

Last summer, I started exploring the world of voice and found that I had a natural talent for it. As I continued to practice and develop my skills, I discovered a strong liking for it and began to dive deeper into the world of vocal keys and theory. What I love most about singing is the freedom that it offers - the ability to let go and express myself through music. It's an incredible feeling to let it all out and share my voice with the world.

Bass Guitar and Drums

Bass guitar is my favorite and most proficient instrument. Similar to voice, I started last summer and really enjoyed it. Playing this instrument is so much fun, which is why I adore it! It is also the foundation of the band, which makes it a crucial component.

Music Technology

I have a strong interest in pursuing this field further because I am passionate about learning how to operate music equipment, record music, and edit it to create a polished final product. I believe that this field will provide me with the knowledge and skills I need to excel in the music industry anId fulfill my dream of becoming a successful music producer or audio engineer someday.

As you can see, in this photo I was making background music for the Breaking Bad popcorn commercial, which was a school project (not used in the actual Super Bowl advertisement). It just took me about two music classes to create all of the music for this project.

Passion Project: Archeology, History, Coin Collecting

From a young age, I have been fascinated by the tales of lost pirate treasures and the mysteries of ancient Egypt. As I've grown older, my interest in these subjects has only intensified, and I find myself constantly drawn to the stories of the past and the secrets they hold. Whether it is the riches of pirate hoards long buried at sea or the enigmatic artifacts of Egypt's pharaohs, I am endlessly captivated by the mysteries of antiquity and the clues they offer to understanding our shared history.

***This is a photo of me finding a native American arrowhead on a school field trip.***

My love of History also led me to participate in and support the “SAVE ELLIS ISLAND” project.

In My Free Time..

Water and Water Sports

I enjoy being on the water and engaging in various sports, like fishing and boating, that happen in the water. I adore scuba diving for a variety of reasons. The main being that you get to witness an entirely new realm of marine life and the incredible beauty of everything beneath the surface.

Hiking, Golf, Basketball & Skiing

I also enjoy many land sports, including Golf, Basketball, Hiking, and Skiing.

I am an avid skier who is passionate about sharing my love for the sport with others. To that end, I am pursuing an apprenticeship this winter to become a ski instructor. I am confident that this experience will provide me with the skills and knowledge I need to be successful in my goal of teaching others how to ski. I am excited to learn, grow and make a positive impact in the lives on of the people I teach.

Community Service

I’ve always been interested in helping others. Ever since I was little, I’ve been involved in community service projects. Most recently, my friends and I went to Liberty State Park to volunteer by helping them with maintain the park. We did some weeding and clean up.