Coming from a family of music, my grandfather knew to play a few types of instruments and was also good at singing. 50 years ago, he was a part of the concert band at his school, who played the flute.Because of his influence, I began to learn music, especially flute, when I was young.After knowing that there were teachers to teach flute at school, my grandfather asked me to join the band in school.On the Friday after school and Saturday, the sound of the flute can be heard through our home. My grandfather and I were always next to the window. It was him teaching me how to play the flute. From practicing scale to a complete song, my grandfather witnessed my growth. Time passed by, and I came to the US, but when I suddenly heard the sound of the flute, it still reminded me of my hometown and my grandfather. The flute and the music are still with me now. When I’m anxious and exhausted, especially when I don’t know what to do, It can always help me to feel better. Music is more like a friend to me, and it can not only connect me and my grandparents, but also help me when I’m struggling. 
 

– XZ

Relationship:  Im/migrant Im/migrant