I'm sorry this isn't a usual post but in a few minutes I'm away on my journey to London! I can't believe how excited I am. I'm performing with my orchestra (City of Belfast Youth Orchestra) in the closing night of Music for Youth Proms in the Royal Albert Hall. This is now the second time this year that I get to perform at such a sensational venue and at the Proms! I never thought I would be able to say I had the chance to perform in the Royal Albert Hall or the Proms never mind twice. I've come so far in a year and I'm really proud of myself, and excited for all the opportunities to come. This is only the beginning!

Music is such an important part of my life and I don't think people just quite realise how much it is but it is and this is such a big deal to me. It is an incredible honour to perform at such prestigious events and to be taught and mentored by so many professional musicians. I realise how lucky am I to have this opportunity but it has also taken a lot of hard work and it's extremely lovely to be given something back for you hard work.

Anyway, I best be off... LONDON BABY!

Jay