Last Sunday, March 24th, I attended the open rehearsal for a trio composed of Matt Bengston, Aaron Berofsky, and a third member. I walked into this event and was welcomed by the calm, ambient atmosphere of the three musicians working on their music. I instantly felt a sensation of nostalgia because I was in several music ensembles during my years in high school where I played several wind instruments. In my wind ensembles, we had many times where we would play chamber music, which is musical groups split into four-five people to play a musical piece. Playing chamber music was one of my favorite musical experiences in high school because it played a significant role in each of the players, especially because everyone has a unique and important part. It also was very difficult in terms of rehearsing and practicing with other people because it forces you to think outside your musical bubble and play cooperatively with everyone else. Listening in on the open rehearsal really brought back experiences of when I would rehearse with others. The three musicians were very talented and were prepared with their individual parts. The change in the musicality from the beginning to the end of the rehearsal really showed, which was really nice because it seemed that they were all really receptive to each other’s criticisms and ideas. Overall, this event motivated me to pursue more music and hopefully regenerate my interest in it.