Piper started performing in band when he hit seventh grade.

“I always wanted to play in the band since I was little,” Piper said. “But, I was too scared so once I gained enough courage and determination, I joined.”

Along with the band, Piper plays in the marching band and the jazz band.

For Piper, performing takes a lot of courage, but the criticism also makes him better.

“I like performing because you get constructive criticism to do better,” Piper said. “Getting all of the sheer compliments from others as they watch is great.”

Piper has done over 20-plus shows with concerts and bands.

“My biggest influences have been my grandmother and my mother,” Piper said.

Piper plans on attending Iowa Central Community College and then heading to the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls.

Vacation destination: Hawaii.

People I would like to perform with: Conan Gray, BTS, Billie Eilish.

Performer that inspires me: Conan Gray.

My everyday role model: my grandmother.

I can’t go a day without: an iced chai or water.

Where do I see myself in 10 years?

Teaching at an elementary school or high school.

Dream piece to perform:

I don’t really know, I feel like every piece that I play is really good

Something you binge watch: Heartstopper.

Favorites…

Musical: Mamma Mia!

Musical genre: Pop/K-pop.

Song: Overdrive by Conan Gray.

Instrument: Trumpet and

Trombone.

Performing art: Band.

Movie: The Incredibles.

Book: If it bleeds by

Stephen King.

Phone app: Apple music.