David
David was ten years old when he auditioned for the Tampa Bay Children’s Chorus.  Even as a very young child, he had always enjoyed music and singing.  When Dr. Summer and her staff heard him perform, they knew right away he had exceptional talent.  Although this young man was enthusiastic, there were obstacles to his participation.  His mother, who was disabled, had transportation difficulties.  Also, being a single parent raising seven children did not leave his mother discretionary income for the TBCC tuition, uniform and other expenses.  Through a generous sponsor, TBCC was able to secure scholarship funding for David so his participation was made possible.

Using his own money, David rode two city buses from Ybor City each way to TBCC rehearsals.  This challenge did not daunt David’ passion – he had a perfect attendance record.  David’ commitment to practicing his music and improving his choral techniques were constant – he participated in the chorus for five years, until his voice changed at age fifteen.  During his active involvement with TBCC, he was selected to participate in two national honor choirs in Virginia and California, as well as on a TBCC tour of Europe.  These trips were made possible by TBCC scholarship funding.