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Ryan Mathews
Trumpet

School Wichita Christian        Grade 12th

How long have you been playing your instrument?

7 years

What do you like about playing your instrument?

The feeling of accomplishment after you learn a new piece of music.

How long have you played in YSO?

I am in my third semester with YSO

What is your favorite thing about YSO?

The music, being able to play with a large group of talented musicians to create this incredible music is always amazing.

What are your favorite types of music?

Classical and Jazz

What is your favorite musical piece and/or your favorite composer?

My favorite composer is Prokofiev, and my favorite piece is Piano Concerto in G major by Ravel

What are your future career aspirations?

I plan to get my major in Computer Science and look for a job where I can code.

When did your musical interests begin & what were they?

In my sophomore year when I injured my knee. That took my focus off sports, and I learned how much I really loved music.

What clubs/organizations (in and out of school) do you belong to?

Football, Basketball, Track, Tennis, NHS, Band, and Choir.

Anything else you’d like to share?

I am very honored to be chosen and given this opportunity, I wish the best for all future auditions and that nerves can begone. As well as the other Apprentices I wish them the best.

Ryan Mathews
Trumpet

School Wichita Christian        Grade 12th

How long have you been playing your instrument?

7 years

What do you like about playing your instrument?

The feeling of accomplishment after you learn a new piece of music.

How long have you played in YSO?

I am in my third semester with YSO

What is your favorite thing about YSO?

The music, being able to play with a large group of talented musicians to create this incredible music is always amazing.

What are your favorite types of music?

Classical and Jazz

What is your favorite musical piece and/or your favorite composer?

My favorite composer is Prokofiev, and my favorite piece is Piano Concerto in G major by Ravel

What are your future career aspirations?

I plan to get my major in Computer Science and look for a job where I can code.

When did your musical interests begin & what were they?

In my sophomore year when I injured my knee. That took my focus off sports, and I learned how much I really loved music.

What clubs/organizations (in and out of school) do you belong to?

Football, Basketball, Track, Tennis, NHS, Band, and Choir.

Anything else you’d like to share?

I am very honored to be chosen and given this opportunity, I wish the best for all future auditions and that nerves can begone. As well as the other Apprentices I wish them the best.