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The Lure of Mediocrity - Michelle Varghoose

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Embracing Mediocrity Comes At A Price

Growing up, I played the trumpet. As one of the only women in the trumpet section, I enjoyed being one of the best. I loved fighting for first chair with a kid named Kevin and having my band directors praise me for being a rising star. My sophomore year of high school, I fell from grace. A new band director took over and was not impressed by me. In tryouts, I slipped on a note and was condemned to last chair. I was bitter and felt misunderstood. At the same time, I was seated next to the only other woman in the trumpet section, my best friend Amanda. We’d giggle and gossip in between…

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