Youth work wasn't my first career choice. In my teenage years, I aspired to be a rock goddess. An average singer and useless guitar player, I confidently awaited fame and fortune. As that prospect became increasingly unlikely, I put my art college skills to use and designed promotional T-shirts, quickly moving on to become a resident DJ. Music gave me a focus, a group of friends and a creative outlet that has lasted a lifetime - which is why I am such a big supporter of young people making music.
This week, I helped another hopeful young band to set up: guitars, microphones and amps were all dragged across town after school for their first official practice session. I withdrew to the office muttering about paperwork to give them space. After 10 minutes of silence, however, I wondered if everything was OK; after 15 minutes, I went out to check.
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