This chapter shares the speaker's journey through early musical experiences, highlighting their attraction to the double bass and the emotional bond that developed with music. It recounts transformative moments, such as attending orchestra camp and the joy of personal progress, shaping their ambition to become a double bassist. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and reflections on academic challenges, the speaker illustrates the pivotal role of mentorship and self-discovery in their artistic evolution.
New York Times bestselling author and journalist Suleika Jaouad began writing her Emmy Award-winning column, “Life, Interrupted,” from her hospital room, chronicling her experiences as a young adult with cancer. She joins to discuss her remarkable life, career, and bestselling memoir, Between Two Kingdoms.