Student Spotlight: Jackie Le

For those of us who want to try new things( like new clubs or activities on and off campus), but hesitate because we are afraid of change, let’s take example from singing prodigy Jaqueline Le. A junior with no formal vocal training or music theory background but with an intense love for music, she went through a vigorous week-long audition process to become a member of Fountain Valley’s award-winning choir.

I sat down and interviewed Jaqueline about her experiences in Troubadors and Concert Choir.

Can you describe how you felt when you made it into concert choir and troubadours?

J: Well when I first found out I made it, I felt pretty amazing. I tried out to see how far I could go; I never dreamed I could actually make it. It made me feel… I don’t know, adequate. Y’know? Talented.

What was the transition like, going from no previous choir experience to singing in the top two choirs at Fountain Valley?

J: It’s been both surreal and utterly terrifying, to be honest. Sometimes, I’ll feel incredibly lost, sitting there in class. But it’s a really good experience, and I’m learning more every day.

What do you hope to accomplish this year in choir?

J: Well, make more friends and be less socially awkward, for a start. Hopefully learn more music theory so I’m not doing an excellent impression of a lost puppy. But, I don’t know….I guess make a name for myself, mainly.

 What was your first impression of Mr. Tison?

J: He seemed really nice and not scary and intimidating at all, from what I was led to believe, haha.

What does singing mean to you?

J: I could go on and on and say it’s a way to express myself, la-di-da, but the truth is I just love singing. I can’t explain it in any way, really. If I love a song, I’ll sing it. It’s just something that brings me absolute joy.

Why did you decide to audition for troubadours and concert choir?

J: There’s a number of reasons, really. I love to sing, obviously. I’ve been told that I was alright, and I wanted to see if I was good enough. I wanted to be a part of something at school, which is where I am for most of the day, where I could do something I genuinely enjoyed.

 If you could meet any musical artist, who would it be?

J: Good grief…. Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine.