On the Road

1. Piano I used to practice piano with those who now majors in piano until I decided not to pursue my career in this realm around 10. The critical reason was that I became easily nervous - too nervous. At competitions, I yawned, yawned and yawned as I felt apprehensive. Because I yawned once in ten seconds, my teachers and parents had thought I was too relaxed, which was the very antithesis of the inner crisis I was suffering from. After screwing three competitions in a row, I decided to enjoy playing the piano as a mere hobby, not a career. 2. Conductor Frankly, more than I was passionate for conducting itself, I was quite confident that I will be chosen as the conductor of KMLA orchestra (as it seemed only one application - by me - was submitted). I also was quite confident that I can rectify contemptible traditions and alleviate complaints I used to listen to in my first year in the orchestra. I realized, after a year of burdensome, painful experiences, that being a good leader