Senior Spotlight: Alec Windmiller, Percussion
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What is your current AYPO ensemble?
Philharmonic (AYP), Percussion Ensemble.
What AYPO ensembles have you played in and for how long?
AYP 2024-2025, Percussion Ensemble 2024-2025.
What college/university do you plan on attending this fall?
Frost School of Music, University of Miami.
What do you hope to do after graduation or your more long-term goals?
“I'd one day like to become a percussionist in a professional symphony orchestra!”
A favorite, or memorable AYPO experience?
“Getting to play the timpani on Pictures at an Exhibition!”
What musician, conductor, or orchestra inspires you and why?
“Ben Bernstein, my high school orchestra teacher inspires me the most. He expresses a lot of faith in my abilities to perform and made me a much more careful player by expressing how music is more than just what's on the page: its the way you can add expression into what you do. His passion for music has rubbed off on me for the past four years, and has made me much more prepared for music school by allowing me to grow into a more confident player.”
Your advice for young musicians?
“Consistency is everything. Make a practice schedule and stick to it, and your progress will skyrocket!”
Congratulations, Alec!