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Going to a conservatory is the initial step every art student must take. Those who love to perform benefit from giving dance or instrumental conservatories a try. Likewise, visual arts and music are good choices for people with a knack for the classics. With so many conservatories out there, it is easy to specialize in a particular art form.

If you want to enter a conservatory but still have doubts about doing so, this is the perfect podcast for you. Welcome to Art School Insiders, a show that gives you a glimpse into the life of an art student.

Join 8th graders Lannea and Alex as they share about their lives as students at an art school in Orange County, California. Lannea is in the Integrated Arts Conservatory, where she is immersed in a little bit of everything. She studies a different form of art every semester, from dance, creative writing, acting, to singing. Lannea was also part of the 2022 Integrated Arts Showcase. Meanwhile, Alex is in the Acting Conservatory, where they delve into live, non-musical shows. Alex was recently in a production of The Agitators.

This amazing duo is here to reveal everything you must know about being a student of the arts. Tune in if you don’t understand what’s happening inside a conservatory or have no idea what to do when switching from an academic course.

Lannea and Alex explain their normal school day by breaking down the classes they take. Discover how aspiring artists benefit from these courses and how the setup differs from a typical high school. Take a deep dive into the OCSA shows they have attended, the audition process they went through, the various school holidays they find most exciting, and beyond. The two also answer FAQs submitted by their audience. They provide quick tips to address these questions, helping make your experience more memorable and meaningful.

Most importantly, Lannea and Alex talk about their perspectives and opinions on the ins and outs of this education. Besides the things they love the most, the two share the academics they find extremely challenging. They also discuss the criticisms most LGBTQ+ encounter inside the school and how to go beyond the stereotype of art student life.

Every exciting story from Lannea and Alex is helpful for those contemplating entering an art school. Their insights are also valuable for those with children or families in a conservatory who want to learn how to support them.

Lannea and Alex understand that their personal experiences do not reflect life in all conservatories. Therefore, they invite fellow art students to share their own unique stories. Listen in as they reveal the authentic beauty of entering an institute for the arts through many points of view. Maybe these engaging conversations are the inspiration you need to finally become an art student!

To make every episode more meaningful, Lannea and Alex include their close friend Laney in the show. She hosts the segment "Serotonin with Laney" to provide a little emotional boost. In these chaotic times, everyone can use a good dose of positive energy, and this is what she delivers to all listeners. If you have second thoughts about studying in a conservatory, Laney is here to cheer you up and give you words of encouragement.

Do not sleep on your dreams to become a successful artist. Put that creative mind to work and let your imagination go wild. The first step to achieving that goal is found within the halls of a conservatory. Lannea and Alex are your guides on what you have to do to become an art student, manage expectations, and master your chosen craft.

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