This is My Story, This Is My Song. My Language Of Life | Nise Meruno

Musical Journey & Heritage - The speaker comes from a five-generation family of pianists, highlighting a deep-rooted musical heritage [1][2] - The speaker's musical journey began in a family environment filled with music, joy, and bonding, influenced by their grandmother's piano playing [3][4] - Early exposure to music was nurtured by American music missionaries, shaping the speaker's initial musical education [2][7] Career & Identity - Initially, music was considered a hobby, but the speaker pursued it as a career, studying at a music college in Singapore [8][9] - The speaker sought to find a unique sound and identity as a musician, leading to the creation of three "S's": Sound, Sincerity, and Souls [12][13] - The speaker aimed to blend Naga folk music with classical music training, embracing both worlds to create something beautiful [14][15][16] Musical Philosophy & Art - Western classical music provided structure and discipline, while Naga folk music offered freedom and soul [17] - Naga folk music is not written but carried through voices, rhythms, and sounds, emphasizing memory, improvisation, and community [20] - Art, like life, should evolve and be dynamic, allowing for the mixing of different cultural elements [21] - Originality is about being oneself authentically and courageously, rather than trying to be different [25] - The speaker believes that the beauty of art is directly related to the beauty of the artist's heart [27]