Recent JoMS graduate Weston Thames, a violinist, won a full scholarship to the Sphinx Performance Academy for two weeks in July at Roosevelt University in Chicago. He earned his spot via a competitive audition process. Way to go, Weston!

While in Chicago he participated in a string quartet, took master classes and got to soak up the big city atmosphere in his free time. But it was hard work. He says, “What really stood out to me was that I really can do more than I believe at first.” He added, “It’s worth the hard work.” By the end of the academy Weston had won the “Best Attitude” award! We are proud of our graduate. He made remarkable progress on violin in his last year here. These days Weston attends Pellissippi State Community College, and has not yet declared a major. We’re hoping it’s music!

 

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