Get to know me

What do you enjoy most about music class at school?

I like to learn about music and gaining knowledge about different genres. It makes me feel joy and helps me to connect with others.

Would you like to learn how to play an instrument? What instrument would you choose? If you already play one, tell us about it and how long you’ve been playing.

I started playing the piano when I was in 3 rd grade. I have the most amazing piano teacher Anna Miller and she inspires me to challenge myself by learning how to read new songs and she encourages me to be more engaged in music. Playing the piano makes me feel relaxed and is a great way to entertain myself when I get bored. My parents bought me a new guitar for Christmas, and I look forward to starting lessons soon.

How often do you sing outside of school?

I like to sing along to music when I hear songs that I like playing on the radio. I also sing at church and I had a duet with my younger sister in this year’s Christmas program. I also really enjoy singing in musicals that I have been involved in. I was also in the Children’s Choir last year through McSweeny’s School of the Performing Arts.

What do you enjoy about performing in concerts?

I like singing with a group of people and learning how to combine our voices. I enjoy performing in front of others and seeing them enjoying the music.

What do you most enjoy about being in musicals?

I like making new friends who enjoy the same things that I do. I love hanging out backstage because it’s fun. I like dressing up as my character and putting on makeup. I love watching the process from start to finish and seeing what a great show a team can put together. I also enjoy performing for my friends and family and like to see the joy on their faces when they watch me perform.

What musicals have you been in?

Shrek Junior, Seussical the Musical, Frozen Junior, Moana Junior, and I plan to audition for Matilda Junior this Spring.

What would you tell one of your friends to do if they

were considering trying out for a musical?

Go for it. Don’t fret if you don’t get the part you want. You will have fun no matter what and make lifelong memories.

What kind of music do you listen to for fun?

I enjoy pop and country music.

Who do you look up to and why?

I look up to my mom because she encourages me try new things, even when it might be scary. She pushes me to always try my best. She always helps me to make good choices and do the right thing. I also look up to my best friend Stella because she has been my life long best friend, and she is always someone I can trust. She also makes me want to be a better person because of how great of a person she is.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

I don’t really know yet, but I do know that I want to be someone that helps other people. I could see myself being a writer because I enjoy writing my own stories in my free time.

If you could take a trip anywhere in the world, where

would you pick and why?

I would like to go to Hollywood, California. I think it would be really fun to see some of the iconic sites. I could maybe find some acting opportunities and it would be a really fun adventure.

Walk us through a day in the life of Ali.

I get ready and my dad drops me off at school. I meet up with my friends in my classes and I try to enjoy all my classes and make the most fun out of them. My favorite subject is Science because I enjoy learning about the human body, thermal energy, and geography. After school my mom picks me up and I watch one of my favorite shows. Currently I am watching Stranger Things. I practice playing the piano and have lessons weekly. I also go to volleyball practice and confirmation at my church. I take care of my cats and my new dog. I like to talk to my friends on the phone. I try to end the day with reading.