Senior Spotlight: Patrick Ostermann-Healey, Violin
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What is your current AYPO ensemble?
Philharmonic (AYP), Chamber Ensemble, Music Buddies Mentor.
What AYPO ensembles have you played in and for how long?
AYSO 2021-2023 AYP 2023-2025 JCE Mentor 2021-2023 SCE 2024-2025 and Music Buddies Mentor 2021-2025
What college/university do you plan on attending this fall?
Lawrence University.
What do you hope to do after graduation or your more long-term goals?
“I’m taking a gap year to Germany next year before college.”
A favorite, or memorable AYPO experience?
“The side by side with the NSO.”
What musician, conductor, or orchestra inspires you and why?
“Hilary Hahn is an amazing player but also an amazingly nice person and inspires me to improve myself, both musically and otherwise.”
Your advice for young musicians?
“Cliché, but practice slowly.”
Congratulations, Patrick!