Student Spotlight: Syriany D.

For over a decade, Syriany has been finding her voice within the LAMusArt community. Beginning her journey at just five years old, Syriany still remembers how it all started. "I first enrolled at LAMusArt at 5 years old for ballet," she shares.

Syriany came to LAMusArt through her aunt, and the school quickly became a mainstay in her family. "My brother has attended a few summer camps, drum and piano lessons," she adds. Over the years, her artistic curiosity led her to explore dance, instruments, art, piano, choir, and singing lessons with singing remaining her greatest passion today.

Reflecting on how much she has grown through her time at LAMusArt, Syriany points to singing as the clearest measure of her progress. "LAMusArt has made me grow with singing a lot," she says. Of all the classes she has experienced, one stands above the rest. "My favorite has to be singing lessons," she explains, adding that she is eager to keep building on that foundation. "I'm interested in relearning piano and learning guitar."

One teacher in particular has left a lasting impression on her journey. "My favorite teacher at LAMusArt is Ms. Melina," she says. "The most important thing she taught me is singing placement and breathing." Those lessons have proven essential to shaping her as both a vocalist and a performer.

Some of Syriany's most treasured memories come from LAMusArt's summer programs. "Summer camps are my favorite," she shares, recalling productions like You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Willy Wonka. "It was because of the other kids I met there." Outside of the arts, she keeps close to what matters most. "I like to just hang out with my friends, but I sing for a lot of my free time."

When asked what she is most proud of, Syriany answered by saying that, "I'm most proud of how much I've improved on stage and with my singing."

Looking toward the future, Syriany is considering more than one path. "As of now, I think when I grow up I want to be a child psychologist or go into the arts," she says. She is confident her time at LAMusArt will continue to serve her either way. "The singing classes I've taken will help a lot, and the recitals will help with performance anxiety."

For Syriany, the arts are not simply a hobby but a means of expression. "I think the arts are important because it allows people to express themselves creatively," she explains. Her hope is that other young people will discover what she has found. "I hope other kids will enroll and get involved with the LAMusArt program," she says. "It can help them learn how to socialize and build their self-esteem."

With years of dedication and growth behind her, Syriany continues to build confidence, creativity, and a strong foundation for whatever path she chooses next.