Annabella Millard

Hometown

Riverside, California

Education

Riverside City College, Associates of the Arts, 2023-Present

Instrument

Clarinet

Biography

Annabella Millard is currently a student at Riverside City College where she is studying under Arnel Ignacio. Annabella began playing the clarinet at just 9 years old. Since then, she has played in multiple honor bands, pit orchestras, and served as principal clarinetist in her high school’s wind ensemble and orchestra. Currently she plays in RCC’s Wind Ensemble, and is excited for more to come!

What inspired you to go into music?

In the beginning music was class I was required to take. As I got older and stuck with it, it became something I genuinely loved to do. Through music, I met so many amazing people and have had opportunities I never would have imagined. I hope to help others discover the same love and passion for the art that I found.

What is an interesting fact about you?

I saw the Sonic Symphony World Tour.

What activities do you enjoy in your spare time?

I enjoy reading and catching up on sleep in my spare time.

What are you most excited for about this 2024-2025 season?

I’m excited to get back to performing!

Favorite Musical Quote:

“Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent.”

— Victor Hugo