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    1. 1. When you have a big recital but your page turner steals the show

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    3. 3. "Play that gig for free, it'll be good exposure"

    4. 4. When you can down a Red Bull between the Gradual hymn and the Gospel Acclamation

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    6. 6. When all your band quit but you DGAF

    7. 7. When you're sensible and don't come to class hungover, but then everyone wants to copy your notes

    8. 8. When you're the first violinist in your string trio

    9. 9. When you practice Pachelbel's Canon for too long

    10. 10. When your squad is hella hungover but still make it to evensong

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