🎻 Music Royale Student Spotlight: Sophia P.

August 22, 2025

“Being musical just makes life more interesting.”

At Music Royale, your Friendly Neighborhood Music Store, we’re proud to support students who bring curiosity, talent, and heart to their musical journeys. This month, we’re turning the spotlight on Sophia P., a violinist whose story hits all the right notes from first lessons to personal breakthroughs to big dreams beyond the practice room.

Sophia’s full interview is live now—watch it here—and trust us, you’ll leave inspired.

🎻 Seven Years of Strings and Self-Discovery

Sophia started playing violin back in fifth grade. She’s been taking lessons at Music Royale for three years, but she’s been playing for over seven. Her first big hurdle? Getting that wrist under control and making her fingers cooperate with her brain. Classic violin struggles are real, but thanks to the guidance of her teacher, Megan Wetzel, Sophia powered through and found her groove.

And speaking of groove, her current favorite piece is “The Giver” by rising star Chappell Roan. “I feel like I really connect with it,” she says. But ask her about the piece she performed for her high school orchestra concert and her eyes light up: it was the “Howl’s Moving Castle” theme, a cinematic favorite that matched her vibe perfectly.

💡 Lessons That Go Beyond Technique

For Sophia, private lessons at Music Royale weren’t just about improving skills, they were about discovering her own voice.

“In orchestra, I blended in,” she explains. “But lessons gave me a sense of individuality in my playing. I started thinking more about how I want to sound, not just following the group.”

Through her time here, she mastered vibrato, improved her finger control, and gained a new confidence that comes through in every performance.

💥 Musical Taste with Edge

Sophia’s playlist? As cool and eclectic as she is. Top artists include Chappell Roan and Luna, but she’s quick to admit her musical taste is hard to pin down. From classical to jazz to fiddle tunes, she loves that the violin is not a one-sound-fits-all kind of instrument.

“You can do so much with it. It’s just a really cool instrument.”

If you’ve ever wondered what kind of sound you could make on the violin, it’s time to find out. Try your first lesson today.

🛠️ What’s Next: Theater Tech and Concert Dreams

This fall, Sophia heads to Bowling Green State University to major in Theater Technology and Design. She’s excited to work behind the scenes in concert venues, musical productions, and everything in between.

Her dream? To be the one making sure the show goes on.

Whether she’s tuning instruments, stage managing, or offering musical support backstage, Sophia’s learned that music is more than performance, it’s about connection, collaboration, and energy.

🌟 Advice from Sophia

To new musicians:

“Find what you want to play. That’s what makes it fun.”

To struggling musicians:

“It’s okay to step back. Look at the big picture before you focus on the details.”

To anyone thinking about trying music:

“Just do it. Even if it takes time, it’s so worth it.”

🧡 Why She Loves Music Royale

Sophia’s favorite part of lessons? “It never felt like a chore,” she says. “It was something I looked forward to. The people are kind, the vibe is great, and my teacher was the perfect fit.”

That’s the experience we work hard to create every day at Music Royale, a place where you can grow, explore, and feel right at home. From our convenient location to our warm, welcoming atmosphere, we’re here to make music feel good.

🎥 Catch the Full Interview

Ready to meet Sophia and hear her story in her own words?

👉 Watch the Student Spotlight video now

👉 Learn more about violin lessons

👉 Meet our teachers

👉 Sign up for your first lesson

👉 Check out upcoming recitals and events

👉 Shop gear and strings

👉 Explore all student stories on our blog

From blending into orchestra sections to stepping into her own spotlight, Sophia’s journey is a reminder of what happens when music becomes personal.

Here’s to the future of music and to the students who keep it alive.

Rock on, Sophia. 🎶🎭🔥