Spotlight on a Music Scholar - Dautari

Dautari, a Year 13 Music Scholar who is a Diploma level saxophonist, is off to pastures new - we spoke to him about his experiences as a musician here at BSAK before he sets off to study Physics at Manchester University.

His teacher Mr Kerr has enjoyed working with Dautari and says that he always has a calm and polite manner, is deeply engaged when performing and possesses an infectiously excellent stage presence. 

There have been many highlights over the years for Dautari including Grade 8 with Distinction (he is about to sit his ARSM Diploma). A great memory for the Music Department is of him winning the Woodwind Prize at YMoG and his contribution to Funky Brass! Dautari has always been a great role model for younger students and his beautiful musicality, energy and enthusiasm will be greatly missed.

Dautari, how old were you when you started playing an instrument?

My first instrument was the guitar, I started playing it in year 3, so I’d have been around 7 years old.

What do you enjoy about music?

When I play pieces it feels like I’m entering each of their respective worlds, I find that part of it quite enjoyable, it’s like watching a movie or reading a book. I also love the challenge of learning a piece.

What difference has being a Scholar made to you?

Being a scholar has given me the opportunity to learn from musicians that are far more advanced than myself, and gain a greater understanding of musical history, performance and education.

You are coming to the end of your time at BSAK. What musical memories do you have?

I have fond memories of the trips abroad for YMoG, to be honest it was more so because I was missing school but I also enjoyed the atmosphere and how we got on as a team when we went there.

Where do you see yourself taking music in the future when you go to university?

In university, I hope to continue music as a hobby. I think I’ll probably be learning pieces when I find the time to.