In 2023, I had the incredible opportunity to apply, audition, and be selected for a cohort of young, thoughtful students (ages 14-20) to present at Illuminate, TEDxYouth Dayton's eighth event of its kind. In the talk, I share my experiences and ideas surrounding what music - and the community it creates - can do to make a bigger impact in our world. 

Special thanks to TEDxYouth@Dayton organizer Bryan Lakatos, as well as mentor Diane Bengson.