This month we interviewed Abigail Goodin, senior, principal violist of our Symphonic Orchestra, and a long-time member of FSYO. Let's see what she had to say!
FSYO: How long have you been in FSYO? What made you want to join?
Abigail: I have been in FSYO for 10 seasons now, beginning when I was in the 3rd grade, the 2005-2006 season. At that time, I was still playing violin, but I switched to viola a year and a half later. Since I began when I was eight years old, I do not remember why I joined, but I do remember my mom and teacher talking to me about the organization. They told me I would learn a lot, and it would be a good experience. They were right and wrong. When they said I would learn a lot, they were correct, but the knowledge I've obtained has surpassed any of their expectations. FSYO hasn't just taught me about music. It has helped me grow as a musician, but more importantly, a person. The life skills I've learned from participating in this organization are far more numerous than I can recall, but I can't forget about all of the friends I've made along the way either. Not only friends who are my age, but musicians who are many years older, and younger, than me. When we come together to bring a piece to life, our differences are thrown aside, and we create something truly magical.
FSYO: What are your plans after you graduate high school?
Abigail: After graduation, I would like to attend college to major in Business Management and Finance, with a possible minor, or double major, in music. Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, or Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia are my top two college options, but I am also looking at schools in state, such as Stetson University, University of North Florida, and Florida Southern. Throughout college I wish to continue playing and growing as a musician by taking privately with the viola professor, participating in the symphony orchestra, and taking part in a chamber ensemble.
FSYO: What do you do when you're not rehearsing?
Abigail: When I'm not in rehearsal or practicing my viola, I'm either completing my school work, hanging out with my friends, volunteering, reading, or on the golf course.
FSYO: What do you want to be when you grow up?
Abigail: When I grow up, I want to climb the ladder in the Disney Company to become the President of Walt Disney World. I know this is a huge dream, but I know it is possible. The current president started out as a bus boy in a restaurant on Disney property, and now he is president. That's where I want to go, and that's what I want to reach.
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