Pragmatism of Music Anonymous

What are the practical applications? How will you use this in your future? Is this a pragmatic use of your time? According to some people, no.

Pragmatism is one of the most ambiguous concepts in the English language. What is to determine the usefulness of a skill? It may not make you make you wealthy, and it may not even invoke enough income to live on, but does that opportunity cost outweigh your happiness? When I began my professional journey, I had to analyze the possible outcomes in order to succeed at my desired level. I would have to take extra AP classes online, sacrifice my weekends of jovial activity and friendship for work, and maintain my grades within the International Baccalaureate program. Nine-to-five desk jobs are practical; however, I prefer a challenge. I prefer a risk.

Musicians are portrayed by an inaccurate stereotype: lazy, relaxed, and often substance abusers; in the modern and malleable music industry this is no longer the case. At the young age of fourteen, I voluntarily decided to undergo a long term and vigorous change in my lifestyle. As a naïve teenager, I learned through experience that the key to music in its current form is to demand attention. It is imperative that the modern musician...