Rebecca Latham is applying for a music scholarship and discusses why music is essential in her life. She recalls a time in her music theory class when the band director asked why music is essential, and no students could answer. Music inspires and motivates her when writing poetry, and helps calm her during stressful times. She finds music in nature sounds and everyday noises. Music has been central to her life and she is devoted to the art of music. She quotes that music gives soul and meaning to the universe.