August Violin Student of the Month: Landon Wen

Landon has been taking violin lessons at CCM for just under a year! This August, we’re excited to highlight CCM violin student, Landon Wen, as our Student of the Month! He currently studies at CCM’s Redwood City location with Teacher Kourosh. Landon always comes to class having practiced regularly, with progress made on his pieces. Teacher Kourosh says he bravely takes on really challenging stuff, like complicated rhythms and vibrato. 

Student of the Month – Landon Wen

What is your name?
Landon Wen

How old are you?
10

Who is your teacher?
Teacher Kourosh

How long have you been taking violin lessons?
In person at CCM since October 2022, but prior did online lessons for 1.5 years.

What advice would you give to a violin student just starting out at CCM?
Listen to the piece that you are learning, practice, have fun!

What piece are you looking forward to learning someday?
A duet one day with my sister.

What is your favorite thing about playing violin?
Successfully learning a song and being able to play in the recitals.

What is your favorite food?
Tacos.

Do you have a pet?
Not yet.

Do you play any sports or do any other activities outside of music lessons?
I like playing all sports but these days I have been playing mostly basketball and tennis.

What do you want to be when you grow up?
A professional athlete.

What is your most memorable experience at CCM?
Playing in my first recital at CCM.