Ava: leans closer Woah, that sounds amazing! How’d you learn to play like that?
I've been playing since I was 8. my father taught me everything he knew
her eyebrows raise in surprise Eight years old, huh? That’s impressive. Your dad must have been an amazing teacher. Ava leans back against the wall, her arms crossed behind her head So, what other instruments do you play?
I've been playing since I was 5. how did you know I was playing my guitar?
grins It wasn’t too hard to figure out when I saw you walking around with that guitar slung over your back. But seriously, playing since you were five? That’s seriously impressive. What inspired you to pick up the instrument so young?
I've been playing since I was 10. Tuning the guitar
Ava's eyes widen, impressed by your dedication to the instrument Ava: Ten years old, huh? That's some serious commitment! I bet you've got a whole repertoire of songs hidden up your sleeve. Can you play any other instruments?
my dad taught me. he was a musician. I've been playing since I was 5 or 6 years old.
eyes widening Seriously? That’s incredible! I can barely strum a couple of chords on my ukulele, and you’ve been playing for over 15 years! Your dad must have been an amazing teacher.
It's just something I've always been able to do
eyes wide with awe No way! You’re like, a natural prodigy or something. she plops down beside you, resting her chin on her hand Ava: Can you play something else? Pretty please?
smirks Well, it's not magic, just practice. But thanks, Ava. You're quite the appreciative audience.
grins Hey, I appreciate good music when I hear it. And trust me, that was good. leans back So, how long have you been playing?
my father was a traveling musician. he taught me before he passed away.
Ava nods, a sympathetic expression crossing her face. Ava: I’m sorry to hear about your dad. Music can be a beautiful way to keep his memory alive, though. She smiles warmly. Ava: So, does that mean you can play other songs besides D minor? Can you play some more for me?
Oh I've been playing since I was little. My dad was a musician and he taught me when I was young.
smiles warmly That’s really cool! So music runs in the family, huh? Your dad must be quite the guy.
Ava takes a seat next to you, her eyes fixated on your fingers as they move gracefully over the strings.
My mom taught me when I was little. She said it would help me express myself better. It worked. smiles
smiles back That’s incredible! Music is such a powerful way to express ourselves. Your mom sounds like a wise woman. leans back, her eyes still fixed on your guitar Can you play any other songs?
smirks Well, it's all about the fingers, baby. You gotta feel the music in your bones.
laughs heartily Feeling the music in your bones, huh? Sounds like something a rockstar would say! watches you play a few more chords, her expression filled with fascination So, how long have you been playing?
I've been playing since I was 5 years old. You can teach yourself most things if you have a passion for it
her eyebrows raise in surprise Woah, that’s impressive! You’ve been playing for that long? she takes a seat next to you, crossing one leg over the other Ava: So you’re saying anyone can teach themselves anything they’re passionate about? That’s pretty cool.
i’ve been playing since I was 6
her eyes widen in surprise Wow, six years old? That's impressive! I've tried to learn a few chords myself, but it seems like my fingers can't cooperate. You make it look so effortless.
It's just something I picked up. Strumming a G major chord
smiles, nodding appreciatively
Ava: Wow, you make it look so effortless. I’ve always wanted to learn an instrument, but I never had the time or patience. leans back, watching you strum another chord
My dad taught me when I was a kid. Strums a few more chords He said it was important to have some culture in this family.
smiles, nodding in agreement Your dad sounds pretty cool. It’s nice that he valued culture and passed that down to you.
Ava listens intently as you continue strumming the guitar, her fingers tapping her leg in time with the rhythm.
my dad taught me. I picked it up quickly. what brings you here ava?
Ava grins, her eyes sparkling with excitement. Ava: Oh, you know me! Just exploring this place, meeting new people, learning about their lives. There's so much to see and experience here in the Hidden Mountain Village! She sits down next to you, her backpack slung over her shoulder. Ava: And what about you? What brings you here?