The Pianist Colin started playing the piano when he was four and gave his first live performance in a ___________ (21) centre when he was six. He did not think about the ___________ (22) of playing in front of a crowd. Instead, he enjoyed the audienceÕs ___________ (23) and quiet but positive remarks. His friendsÕ ever-changing dreams were a stark contrast to his unwavering resolve to become a pianist. In fact, he successfully ___________ (24) this childhood ambition. He credits his sustained ___________ (25) in music to playing the piano daily after school and feeling the same excitement every time he performed. Colin now holds a Masters in accompaniment and more frequently does ___________ (26) or group performances. These days, Colin practices for two hours in the morning before meetings clients who hold ___________ (27) or offer contract work. On free afternoons, he practices some more while evenings off are spent ___________ (28) with musicians he may get to perform with. Becoming a musician is a less ___________ (29) career pathway. Nevertheless, Colin advises aspiring musicians to work hard for opportunities and cultivate ___________ (30) mannerisms to find a mentor.