If the fear of failure is holding you back from chasing your dreams, then Adrian Anantawan has a message for you. This one-handed violin player is proving to the world that you can do anything you set your mind to. As he shares his beautiful music, he hopes to also share that important message.
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One-Handed Violin Virtuoso Shares Important Message
Adrian Anatawan had an incredible solo when performing with the Boston Landmarks Orchestra. Good Morning America (GMA) wrote that he “hoped when it was his turn to play, the audience would hear his violin and what it represented: the sound of possibility.”
Too often in life, people let the fear of failure or looking stupid stop them from following their passions. Adrian has no such qualms. He told GMA, “My story has always been a result of just trying something, being okay with failure, and then just seeing what the results are.”
While an inspirational musician is not unheard of, Adrian’s physical condition makes him unique. Adrian lacks a right hand and the majority of his right forearm. With only five fingers to work with, Adrian found many instruments difficult.
A Star Is Born
Adrian’s family said in the fifth grade, all students were required to play the recorder. However, that instrument was not made with people like Adrian in mind. Although some instruments, like the trumpet, would have been easy for Adrian to master, he wanted an instrument that spoke to him.
The budding musician considered the violin “the most beautiful instrument” but recognized it was not made for one-handed musicians. Rather than accept defeat, Adrian’s family worked with engineers to build a violin just for him.
His violin has a special device that allows him to use his shoulder to make the sound. The musician told GMA, “From the very first note that I was playing, I was really attracted to the sound and the connection of my body to the instrument and being able to express my imagination.”
Adrian Anantawan Encourages Inclusivity
While Adrian Anatawan recognizes the incredible assistance of the engineers and his special instrument, he argues that his success did not begin there. Adrian says it all starts with a belief in oneself. He argues that teachers and supporters in children’s lives need to make them believe that they can accomplish anything. With that attitude, anything truly is possible.
One lesson we can all learn from Adrian is not to let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game. Believe in yourself and go after your dreams.
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