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Summer '25 Archive
This summer, our writers explored creativity, reflection, and community through a series of thoughtful blog posts. From personal stories to insightful commentary, here’s a roundup of the ideas and voices that shaped our July-September collection.
Are Musicians Born Prodigies?
Ever wonder why an orchestra syncs up so well? How is a soloist able to perform the most difficult of solos? And how can Ariana Grande...
Maurise Ajero
Oct 5, 20253 min read
When The Music Stopped: My First Burnout as a Student Musician
I used to think that passion could get me through anything. That if I just cared enough about music—if I just practiced enough, performed...
S. Yukti Bhagat
Oct 5, 20253 min read


Pushing Pressure
Rarely is it ever an occurrence where young musicians don’t struggle from the perceptions of society. Often students are scared from the...
Pilar Flowers
Sep 13, 20253 min read


Silence is Self Care: Why Musicians (and Everyone Else) Needs Breaks
I’ve always struggled with the guilt of taking breaks, and I know many others can relate. Athletes, aspiring artists, working adults,...
Claire Chae
Sep 1, 20253 min read


The Expectation for Perfection Among Musicians
“Every note has to be perfect.” She said, with trembling hands. Music is often depicted as beautiful, touching, and expressive. However,...
Jasmine Huang
Aug 24, 20253 min read


Music is My Life
Music might seem simple to some — just a combination of beats, instruments, and lyrics that may or may not make any sense. But for...
Hannah Sophia Mactal
Aug 14, 20252 min read


Review of Eminem’s Character, Stan: A Bio-Psycho-Social Autopsy
While listening to a song have you ever wondered- ‘what was the mind space of the artist while they were writing this?’ Well, it was...
Jaskaran Singh
Jul 22, 20253 min read


My Journey with Music, Mental Health, and Finding My Voice
As someone who has faced anxiety and pressure in both studies and personal life, I’ve come to realize how powerful music and small habits...
Muskan Pandey
Jul 9, 20253 min read


How Music Heals Mental Health
Music and mental health have been interconnected with each other since the birth of life. In ancient times, the kings and queens hired...
Arka Mukhopadhyay
Jul 4, 20253 min read
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