Kevin Niranjan: An Old Soul

Publisher’s workshop asked senior Kevin Niranjan a few questions, and his responses are interesting. For as long as he can remember, choir has been a significant part of his life, his older sister taking credit for that. Not only does Kevin have hobbies in the music industry, however, he enjoys antiquing and traveling. Kevin hopes to continue singing, antiquing and traveling in the future. This is an interview with Senior Spotlight nominee, Kevin Niranjan:

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Kevin Niranjan posing with his choir folder.

Clara Deguerre, BearHub Staff

Q: WHAT IS SOMETHING OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL THAT YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT?
A: Something that I am really passionate about would probably have to be music. I love practicing vocal music in my spare time because not only does it keep me busy, but it’s something that I have always found happiness in, since I was a kid. What sparked my passion for music was probably the role that my oldest sister had in my childhood. Not only was she also musically inclined, but she used to rock me to bed while playing music in different languages, and on CD players until I fell asleep.

Q: WHAT ARE YOU HOLDING AND HOW DOES IT REPRESENT YOU?

A: My typewriter. Not only is music a favorite past time but also antiquing. I love the vintage feel of older products that were once an essential part of life and because of that, when I think of things that represent me as a person (me being an old soul) I would choose my typewriter.

Q: IF MONEY WERE NOT A CONCERN, WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO DO WITH YOUR LIFE?
A: If money were not a concern, I would definitely travel. I think there are a lot of foundations, history, and lessons that can be learned by travelling to other countries, which I find interesting. Going to Italy over the summer made me value art more, going to France made me value weather and scenery. Going to Germany and the concentration camps taught me to value life and to speak up against offensive derogatory comments. I believe that travelling and witnessing other individuals cultures are a necessity in life in order to truly be in touch with one another.