I started playing music when I was four years old. I began with the violin and later changed to viola. I have won awards in competitions like the San Francisco Competition, the Young Student Talent Competition, and the New York International Competitions. I am the first chair in my school orchestra, and a recent first-place win gave me the chance to play at Carnegie Hall. I have also been a varsity cheerleader since my sophomore year, which has taught me about teamwork, discipline, and confidence.