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Seniors Avelino Gonzalez-Roman and Luna Mejia spent some time going over Mejia’s music choices during Directed Study for her study playlist on Dec. 1. Both had their AirPod Max headphones on, which were a popular choice, especially for their noise-cancelling feature. For Mejia, music was essential to have in the background while studying.

“I love to listen to Bad Bunny when I am doing homework or when I am studying,” Mejia said.

Mejia was not the only one.

“Music really helps me focus on whatever task I am completing. From working out to doing my college supplements, listening to music is an essential in my day-to-day life,” Lily Lundeberg said.

Throughout the day, students listened to music to relax or concentrate. For others, it was a way to express themselves creatively. This was the case for Lia Fletcher, whose love of music led her to create her own.

“I love so many different genres of music. What inspired me to start my own was trying to capture a different vibe in each of my tracks. I also got to collaborate with a friend so that was another source of inspiration,” senior Lia Fletcher said.

Some teachers also played background music in their classes, such as TOK teacher Joshua Reich.

“I put music on in class, because I think we use music to support our moods. If we are stressed, then calm music can help to reduce that stress,” Reich said.

by Ava Burke