Many middle school students pick instruments every year for a variety of reasons; some because people in their family played it, others influenced by friends, and others still because they are simply fascinated by it. Lilah Dongoski ‘27, is of the latter, deciding to play the trumpet at a young age, and never looking back.
“I started playing trumpet before I was even in middle school,” Dongoski said. “I always wanted to play the trumpet. Nobody in my family [knew] anything [about it], I just was always very
fascinated by it.”
Since beginning her playing career, Dongoski has used her
passion to get involved in a variety of meaningful activities. Throughout her time at BHS, she has been involved in jazz one, two and three as well as concert band and studio band. She also serves as a trumpet section captain in marching band.
Throughout her extensive involvement, one activity has stood out as being particularly impactful.
“Out of all those things I do, my favorite thing is probably jazz,” Dongoski said. “I actually love playing jazz so much. It is just so fun, and the music is always so upbeat, it’s really just a joy to play.”
Playing the trumpet has not only been impactful in Dongoski’s high school career, but has also influenced her decisions beyond.
“I currently want to go to Eau Claire in Wisconsin and major in music and probably become a band director, which is probably something I would have never considered doing if I hadn’t started playing trumpet,” said Dongoski. “Some of my closest friends I’ve met through band and I’ve even started branching out. When I go to these honor bands, I meet other trumpet players that are just spectacular people, and I’ve just gotten to do things that I wouldn’t have been able to do if I wasn’t playing trumpet and doing the music.”
