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June Music Student of the Month

Amogelang Tsagae is in the band program at Shelter Rock in Danbury, Connecticut. He's in fifth grade and plays percussion.

Tell us a little bit about yourself. Who nominated you? How long have you been playing your instrument?

I'm in the fifth grade music class with Miss Cardamone. I have been playing percussion for the whole school year.

What has music and your program taught you?

Drum class taught me to keep the beat, the way I should hold my drum sticks and how to play music and rhythms.

What is your favorite piece of music to play?

The London Bridge because it is fast and I like the tempo.

What do you like to do for fun? Do you have any hobbies?

I like to play soccer in recess and at home and be outside.

What is your favorite subject in school? Why?

My favorite subject is art because I get to make art work and I love to make art work.

What are your plans for the future?

I want to be a soccer player and a doctor.