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Why did you choose to apply to this program<\/strong>\u00a0at the University of<\/strong>\u00a0Rochester?<\/strong><\/p>\nI chose this program because Eastman School of Music is an institution renowned for its excellence, not only in the United States but globally. This school offers a well-balanced program that enables students to improve their artistic skills and be better prepared to take positions either performing, teaching, or researching.<\/p>\n
What valuable insights have you gained from your training and work at Eastman School of Music?<\/strong><\/p>\n Being able to work with world-class musicians and their teachers has been an invaluable experience that has pushed me to rise to the occasion. I have also learned immensely from attending concerts of guest artists, master classes, and playing with many ensembles and artists at Eastman, SUNY Geneseo, Finger Lakes Opera, and more.<\/p>\n Beyond your experience at Eastman School of Music, what opportunities have your Fulbright experience enabled you to explore?<\/strong><\/p>\n I came here with my family, and I know that the experience they are having in another country will dramatically impact them. Besides that, I also was able to audition for and attend some music festivals in Toronto, Kansas, Texas and more recently, the Aspen Music Festival in Colorado.<\/p>\n What are some of your favorite things about Rochester?<\/strong><\/p>\n Rochester is a culturally rich city; there are many art institutions and events to enjoy. Although the winter may be severe the city is well-prepared for the different weather we have here. I like Ontario Beach Park and Rochester\u2019s relative proximity to other major cities and attractions.<\/p>\n \u00c9rico – Feel free to share anything else about your Fulbright experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n I would also like to express my gratitude to CAPES (Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel). This is a foundation within the Ministry of Education in Brazil that has financially supported my family and I in the United States.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" We had the opportunity to ask \u00c9rico about his experience at the University of Rochester. Why did you choose to apply to this program\u00a0at the University of\u00a0Rochester? I chose this…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[46],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1356","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-spotlight"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n