5th Grader Members

YujhenWeichi

Reporter: Jared
Interviewee: Weichi

Q1: Which grade are you in? What’s your name?

A1: I’m a fifth grader. My name is Weichi.

Q2: What made you join the Rhythm Band? How long have you joined?

A2: I was recommended by my homeroom teacher. I have joined the Rhythm Band for three to four semesters.

Q3: Have you ever thought of withdrawing from the band ? Why?

A3: Yes, in the very beginning, I couldn’t get accustomed to the teacher.

Q4: Do you like joining the band? Why?

A4: Yes, I like it because I have more chances to touch the musical instrument.

Q5: What musical instrument do you play in the band?

A5: Both the melodica and the piano.

Q6: Can you make an introduction of the instrument you play briefly?

A6:The sound has to be made by the mouth; in the meantime, one has to use two hands to play the melodica.

Q7: What have you been ordinarily practicing?

A7: We usually practice the musical notation for the contest.

Q8: Do you feel tired while practicing ? Why?

A8: Yes, sometimes I feel exhausted for holding the accordion with only one hand.

Q9: Do you practice after school?

A9: Some people do, but some don’t.

Q10: Which melody do you like the most? Why?

A10: The Spanish Serenade.

Q11: Do you have difficulties while practicing?

A11: That’s for sure.

Q12: What would you do if you play wrongly?

A12: Listen to the teacher and try it again.

Q13: What’s your progress in music does it make after joining the band?

A13: My fingers have been much cleverer.

Q14: What’s your impression of the band before and after joining?

A14: I felt that the senior brothers and sisters in the band was incredible before joining ; however, I feel it’s quite hard after joining.

Q15: How do you feel about the instructor of the Rhythm Band?

A15:She is expert at conducting. Also, she looks gorgeous.

Q16: What would the teacher encourage you if you have good performance? Would she punish you if you did something wrong?

A16: She would give us something good to eat in case of good performance.One had to clean the classroom in case of bad performance.

Q17: Do you think it would have bad influence on your curricula?

A17: I don’t approve .

Q18: Is the Rhythm Band important for you? Why?

A18: Yes, it helps me be open-minded.

Q19: How do you feel that you have joined the band and won the honor for our school?

A19: I feel I can be out of the ordinary.

Q20: What do you want to say to the junior brothers and sisters in the Band after graduation?

A20: Though the process is not smooth , everyone must be patient.