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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My dc had a "spike" as a very accomplished musician. Yes, it got her into HYP and yes, our financial resources and my commitment to it played a role in her achieving the level that she has but the point was not to get into college. She loves playing and it continues to be a huge part of her college experience. This level of playing is generally only found out very selective college ( or conservatories). If my DC as a say UVA she would not have the same musical community, faculty and resources. [/quote]

Just seems odd talents like this are not thrown in the “privilege” bucket with SAT scores (that only require a $20 book). It’s somewhat irrelevant to me if the focus was on college admission or not all along. But it is indeed a pleasant coincidence that it led to HYP admission! I don’t mean to take anything away from your dc who must have worked very hard. But the contradiction irks me. [/quote]

How can you have a great orchestra with no players? Yes, she works extremely hard and part of the reason she deserves to be there. If not her, who? schools are looking for kids with a lot of drive, smarts and discipline. musicians bring that. [/quote]
Isn’t that the case against equity? People work hard and deserve what they get. [/quote]

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