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national-level performers, while instilling in them a love and dedication for music

When asked about his favorite memory with Blach students, Lewis's eyes light up as he recalls this year's Honors Orchestra. Overwhelmed with pride, he praises their relentless hard work journey, Lewis reminisces of the fond memories when his parents introduced him to the piano. He describes his parents as loving and supportive figures throughout his musical development.

“It was only during my time in high school track,” Mr. Lewis explains, “that realized my affinity fo teaching and m potential as a mus educator.” True to h realization, he did no disappoint Having taught over 2 years at LASD, M Lewis has played significant role i shaping the music landscape. Leading h students to qualify fo Nationals three time he has transforme beginners into

“The Honors Orchestra was a group I was very proud of for their hard work and dedication. They were focused and disciplined the whole time It showed in the performance with scores I never thought I’d see a group get. Three judges gave them 98/100 and a standing ovation. I have never seen judges stand and applaud anyone in my 25 years of music education,” said Mr. Lewis. Success doesn’t come naturally and takes a lot of hard work. Lewis emphasizes for aspiring musicians to work hard and practice in order to get better. “Practice,” Mr Lewis says. “Practice with patience and a clean mind. Always put the music above your own ego. Think in terms of serving the music.”

Despite the many hours and dedication Mr. Lewis commits, the end result is always worth it. “There is the whole reason I do it. I like to teach and coach to see the smile on the