Honor Society® member
Francisco Garay
Private Cello Teacher at My House
- University of Houston
- I am currently pursuing a double major in Cello Performance and Music Education.
- Class of 2020
- Katy, TX
Member since January 2016
About
I am currently a freshman about to start my second semester of college. I have long been a passionate musician and this is why I have chosen to pursue music as a career in college. I am working towards a double major in Cello Performance and Music Education. The specific classes I have taken and will continue to take to enhance my musicianship are: Music Theory, Aural Skills, Group Piano, Orchestra, Private Cello Lessons, and Cello Studio. All of these courses plus the many more I have lined up for the following years at the University of Houston, will guide me towards becoming a professional cellist and teacher.
Education
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University of Houston
Cello Performance & Music Education
2015 – 2020
Honors and awards
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HIRSCH SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT
An award for contributing meaningfully and responsibly to the activities of the Moores School of Music and for playing in the orchestra.
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CINCO RANCH HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship acknowledges excellence in musicianship, commitment to the high school orchestra, and intent to pursue music in college.
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Houstonfest State Champion in Classical Ensemble
A classical ensemble competition at Houstonfest for students currently learning German.
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Member of the Region 23 Philharmonic Orchestra (two consecutive years)
A high school competition to be a part of a high level orchestra.
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Superior Rating at State Solo & Ensemble Contest (two consecutive years)
A high school award for outstanding performances of my solos and ensembles.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
In the future, I see myself as a professional musician, playing in different major orchestras across the globe. I will continue to teach cello, not just privately, but hopefully at the collegiate level someday. I will also continue to play for miscellaneous events and expand my horizons by teaching at summer music festivals.
- Graduate school interests
I am interested in continuing my career as a cellist and either studying cello performance or music education in my graduate years. By this time I want to be playing in some pre-professional/professional orchestra. I also envision myself helping out with some kind of non-profit organization by bringing the wealth of music and culture to the underprivileged.
- Outside the classroom
I spend most of my free time practicing cello to keep myself in top musical shape. I do like to go out and be active by playing soccer with friends. I also love to read, run, and travel, besides spending quality time with my family.
Experience
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Private Cello Teacher
My House
Aug 2014 – Jan 2016
Volunteering
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Volunteer in the church orchestra
Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church
Jan 2013 – Oct 2014
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Advanced
- German Beginner
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