Alongside my future career, I hope to continue developing as a professional jazz pianist. During my time at Loughborough, I’ve had access to excellent piano facilities, which has enabled me to practise for two hours a day while completing my MSc programme. This has required real discipline and has challenged my character and patience but it has also allowed me to refine my technique, expand my repertoire and strengthen my performance skills. I strongly believe in continually challenging and developing the mind. After performing at the International Festival of Boogie Woogie and Blues Piano and recording a video in the Cope Auditorium that gained strong viewership on YouTube, I am always motivated to take on new challenges and find ways to improve.

I manage my academic workload alongside playing the piano by maintaining a structured routine and starting my day early. Focusing on important tasks in the morning helps me stay organised and productive, leaving time later for studying, practising and other commitments. My advice to other students is to find a routine that works for you, plan your time carefully and start tasks early rather than leaving them until the last minute.