Every organ has its own personality. At the Sydney Organ Competition, I learned that preparing the music is only part of the work, you also have to learn the instrument, adapt to its pedals and keys, and stay calm when the unexpected happens.

Waltzing Matilda was a lot of fun to play in our string quartet. As the second violin, I discovered how much listening, balance and rhythm matter and why making music with friends is what I enjoy most about ensemble playing.

After almost a year in Chamber Choir, I have discovered that singing is not only about my own voice. From balancing the bass with other sections to listening for the moment when fourteen voices become one, I am fascinated by how individual sounds can come together to create something greater than themselves.

Learning Bach has taught me that musical independence is not about separation. In the Trio Sonata, BWV 529, and Toccata, BWV 911, distinct voices gradually become one flowing conversation, revealing how counterpoint creates unity through movement, dialogue, and purpose.

Performing Bach's Trio Sonata in C major, BWV 529 marked a significant milestone in my organ journey. This reflection explores why the Trio Sonatas are among Bach's most demanding works, and how studying three independent voices transformed the way I listen, think, and perform.