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Watch: The Longy Difference

Emmanuel Ramirez Jazz Guitar

“I learned that the changes I needed to make to keep improving as a musician—be patient, be a better listener, be more disciplined, and find joy and beauty in everyday life—were the same needed to be a better person overall. Practice is not just about flawless execution.”

Jubilee Chen Violin

“As a performer and community-based educator, I’m dedicated to advocating for classical music and finding ways for it to flourish in our society. My dreams are to eventually start a chamber music and teaching program that’s also a community pillar and creatively supports families and youth.”

Janet Lagah-Bona Composition

“Being at Longy, I’m very excited to be able to expand my voice as a composer. I also have a passion for music leadership and I wholeheartedly believe that musicians are agents of change. I look forward to being in those places where I can make an impact in my community and enrich my community through music.”