Senior Spotlight: Maya Pendleton, Bassoon
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What is your current AYPO ensemble?
Philharmonic (AYP)
What AYPO ensembles have you played in and for how long?
AYP in 2023-26, AYCO in 2022
What college/university do you plan on attending this fall?
Berklee College of Music
What do you hope to do after graduation or your more long-term goals?
I'm hoping to write and produce music as a career and connect with other musicians
A favorite, or memorable AYPO experience?
The NSO side-by-side rehearsal at the Kennedy Center playing Pictures at an Exhibition
What musician, conductor, or orchestra inspires you and why?
Dr. Jacob Kohut, who introduced me to bassoon, and Jeff Ward, who taught me how to play. Both inspired me to love and pursue music.
Your advice for young musicians?
Work hard and pursue your passion
Congratulations, Maya!