Author: pewd
Date: 2014-11-16 19:20
A first year high school student is either 14 or 15 in most cases, not 12. Students turn 12 during their 6th grade year, they turn 15 during their freshman year.
A upgrade to a B12 is an odd suggestion from a high school director, especially in Texas. For most of my middle school students transitioning to high school, that would be a downgrade.
I'd go to the local music stores and play as many R13's and Yamahas as you can. A festival would be overkill at your age. In my part of the state, the local music stores probably sell 15-20 R13's for every Yamaha. Not that I have a problem with Yamahas, they're fine instruments. They're just not as popular around here.
It would be a good idea to spend your money on private lessons first - a good private teacher can guide you through the instrument upgrade process.
- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas
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