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The Audition
Katy had a great voice. She had been taking vocal lessons for a few years. Her parents kept telling her she should audition for one of the school musicals, but as of her 11th grade year, Katy was too scared to do that. Her mom was confident that everyone at school, especially the drama teacher, would be quite impressed at Katy’s singing ability.
Senior year was upon her, and Katy was as excited as her friends. They had done lots of shopping before the first day of school. The girls could not wait to show off their new clothes at school. Plus, they texted for hours about all of the senior year activities and events that they were more than ready for after watching the past three senior classes before them having such fun. Yes, it was going to be a fabulous year, and it was about to start.
The first week of school brought new classes, new teachers, and some new friends – all good things that Katy loved. Her best friend, Lenz, was so excited that she did not stop smiling and laughing
that whole week. Lenz had told her friend that this was the year that she was going to try new things and rock at all of them. The first thing on the list: participate in the Annual Fall Music Festival. Lenz was a good violin player and played in many concerts for the last four years.
Katy asked Lenz, “What are you going to do for the Festival? Play your violin?”
Lenz replied, “Well, of course. I chose a popular classical piece, but I am going to put a little country twist to it. OMG! It will be so much fun Katy.”
Lenz was the only one of Katy’s friends who knew she had a dynamic voice. Katy did not want her friends to know of her talent, and Lenz could never understand why. Lenz respected Katy and her wishes. But some afternoons, Lenz and Katy would jam for their families.
Kate looked at the sign. The sign read, “Annual Fall Music Festival auditions will be held Friday at 4 PM in the auditorium.” Katy looked at the sign repeatedly. This would be her last chance to perform for her peers and teachers and an audience. It was something she really wanted to do, and knowing that Lenz was auditioning made it even more exciting to think about. She was scared, not that she would not do well or not be chosen, but to let everyone know she could sing. This would be a huge step to opening up about herself to a lot of people.
At 4 PM Friday, Katy stood outside the door of the auditorium.
