Inspired by Derek Sivers

Updated January 25, 2026, from my home in Massachusetts. We’re having a legit snow storm for the first time in ages.

Back in school until May

School is back in session for (probably) the last time. I’m glad to be back with my peers and to round out my time at Longy.

Teaching guitar lessons

I'm looking for students to add to my roster. If you’re interested in being part of my private studio, reach out for a free lesson!

Prepping for my Graduating Student Recital

Every student at Longy gets to perform a 60-to-75-minute recital. My date is fast approaching: February 28, 2026. I have a strong vision of how I want it to go and I need to get everything set by the end of January.

Writing songs

If I had to pick just one thing to be, I’d pick being a songwriter. I haven’t been writing as much as I would like to, and I’ve missed it. Writing songs is a core part of who I am and I know I’m a better person when I’ve been writing. So it’s as much a benefit to you as it is to me that I resume my songwriting ways.

Working on my YouTube channel

I underestimated how my school schedule was going to interfere with my YouTube schedule. My plan is simple: one video per week. Topic is irrelevant. Lessons, cover songs, original songs

Still reading a ton

I didn’t keep track entirely, but I read somewhere between 30 and 35 books in 2025. I feel calmer and sharper because of it.

Cheers,
Amy