Arkansas Tech College pupil Maggie Holcomb has a present for music, however she hasn't at all times been comfy sharing it with others.
“I often draw back from issues like public talking or crowds,” Holcomb stated.
Her roommates and mates inspired her to audition for Tech's Received Expertise all through her time as a pupil at ATU.
This 12 months, as a senior, he determined to provide it a shot.
“Generally doing the issues that basically scare you may repay,” Holcomb stated.
The Bixby, Okla., native gained Tech's Received Expertise 2024 at Witherspoon Auditorium on Thursday, Oct. 10.
Holcomb gained the title with a efficiency of an unique music titled “Central Park”. She sang and performed the piano.
“I grew up taking music classes till I used to be eleven or twelve, so I used to do recitals alongside that, however that is the primary time I've actually performed in entrance of a crowd like this since,” Holcomb stated.
A biomedical sciences main, Holcomb gained the $600 first prize. Second place and $300 went to Seismic Waves, whereas Essynce Norwood gained third place and $150.
Further finalists included Kenleigh Garner, Rue Recinos, The Band Langston, Hope Skinner and Jamie Walsh.
Tech's Received Expertise is sponsored by the ATU Scholar Actions Board.
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