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Martin Garibay

7/10/2020

 
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Martin Garibay - Texas
Interview by Olivia Bush
Nomination by Bobby Joe De Leon Jr.
Photography by Liliana Sundberg Photography
Issue 35 of Inspiring Teens Magazine


​The Nomination: Martin is a hard working young man who strives for his goals. Always maintaining a GPA of 4.0. He joined the Marching Band at Harlan HS as their Trumpet Section Leader for three years. Being a wonderful mentor to underclassmen and upperclassmen. Martin is a member of the NHS, NEHS, SNHS and NSHSS. He started a Mariachi club, Los Halcones de Harlan. Martin made the All-Region Mariachi Band, becoming the first member to ever participate. Along with making the All-Region Band 5A for two years. He has always been involved in other extracurricular activities such as Student Council, Bowling, Lacrosse, and San Antonio Mariachi Academy. With countless hours of community service, he is set to start college this fall to major in Biology and is also seeking a music degree. Martin finds his intent for doing these things through his desire of becoming his family’s first generation college graduate.
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Photography by Liliana Sundberg Photography
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​When did you find your passion for music? Are there any musicians you look up to?

It was not until my sixth grade year that I truly turned my attention towards performing arts. I was never interested in electives such as visual arts or culinary arts. Therefore, I enrolled in band. I auditioned for instruments such as the saxophone and percussion. Though they simply did not feel right. Losing a bit of hope, I tried the trumpet. After letting out a strong “buzz” I was told almost instantly that I was a trumpet. I was lucky to be taught by many musicians, Mr. Bobby Joe De Leon Jr. is someone I will always look up to.

What is it like getting to mentor your peers in music and being someone they look up to?
I have been mentoring for three years and created solid relationships. It is very rewarding to be mentoring my peers through music, owing to the fact that seeing how they accepted my help advanced their technique and performance etiquette. To know that I was their guide towards success makes me feel good. There were many gratifying moments that boosted my confidence in continuing my mentor position. Many made it to All-Region and gained a superior rating on their solo’s. Catching sight of how much my section members developed from the beginning of the season to the end was beyond fulfilling.

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Photography by Liliana Sundberg Photography

​Tell me more about the Mariachi club you started and what it is like being a part of the San Antonio Mariachi Academy!
When I joined San Antonio Mariachi Academy I was very nervous. Although, I was welcomed right away by the individuals of this organization. Being in this friendly environment strengthened my qualities of discipline, accountability, and teamwork. Giving me the inspiration of establishing a club my junior year. After successfully finding enough interested members, “Los Halcones de Harlan” came to be. The club consists of members of the band program, orchestra program, and other individuals who know how to play stringed instruments. This club is intended for individuals to have the opportunity to learn a different type of musical culture and literature.

Tell me more about your culture! What do you love so much about it and what are some traditions you have?
I love everything about my Mexican culture. From our music, parties and dancing- to our family, clothing and food. From a young age I was taught to adore my culture and all that it has to offer. I spent my youth attending celebrations such as quinceañeras and since I excelled in my academic studies I had the opportunity to have one of my own! One of my yearly traditions is to travel to Mexico, I’ve traveled to many of its states. My fondest memory was when I traveled to Guadalajara, Jalisco; home of the mariachis, to sing with professional mariachis.
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Photography by Gabriel Cordova

​What are some goals you have for your future? Do you want to continue playing music and maybe play professionally?
There are many goals I have for my future. To name some; I want to become the first college graduate in my family, to have a degree in music, and to become a doctor. Music will always be my passion and I want to continue playing it, I dream of having the opportunity to someday play professionally.

What is the hardest thing you’ve ever accomplished, and how did you do it?
The hardest thing I have ever accomplished was taking the stage in Mariachi Region. I was challenged by getting on stage in front of a huge crowd and singing a song that I learned in less than twenty four hours! Although I was anxious I knew that the show had to go on.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
Never give up and always get back up after you have failed. Never take no for an answer.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans for the future?
In 5 years I see myself in medical school pursuing a doctoral degree in medicine.


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Photography by Liliana Sundberg Photography

What is your favorite activity or pastime that wasn’t in your nomination?
When I’m not playing my trumpet or singing my favorite thing to do is community service, I am always willing to give a helping hand.

How do you keep yourself organized with everything you have on your plate?
My key to organization is prioritizing the things I find most important and not procrastinate.

3 Things on your bucket list
Three things on my bucket list include traveling the world, going skydiving, and taking a hot air balloon ride.

Who do you find inspiring?
I find my parents very inspiring because no matter what life throws at them, they find a way to get to the positive side of things.

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
I believe that my amount of confidence in all that I do inspires people to follow my path. I try my absolute best to fear nothing and no one, it helps me reach my goals.

Martin will be featured in issue 35 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!


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