Music is an outlet, a source of stress relief for many students around the globe. Recently, more and more popular artists have been performing in Virginia with students in attendance at these concerts. Through the variety of genres, seeing their musical prodigies playing right in front of them is a want from many students.
Freshman Gemma Mayes attended Sabrina Carpenter’s concert on Oct. 20 in Charlottesville.
“I enjoy going to concerts because you can see all the performances and really hear them sing […]. Hearing the music live for me made it more enjoyable and changed everything. It was better than I could’ve ever imagined,” Mayes said.
Some debate whether the high ticket price for concerts makes them a rip-off, but when the experiences of said concerts turn out to be positive, students argue the memories are worth more than the money spent.
“Experiences are always worth it. I feel like you should spend money on experiences because you make memories, and you most likely won’t regret it and have a good time,” sophomore and Luke Bryan concert attendee Nisma Dombrowski said.
Sophomore Julia Coulter, who also attended the Sabrina Carpenter concert, feels indifferent about ticket prices.
“The tickets could definitely be a little bit cheaper, but they’re definitely not a rip-off no matter what you pay because it’s so worth it,” Coulter said.
While physically being at a concert is important, the preparation is almost more substantial for some students, from going to war for tickets to finding a comfortable, but stylish outfit.
“I had a sleepover with my friend, Simran, who I was going with, and we got ready […] with my sister and we curled her hair. I wore a little sundress and cowboy boots, just for fun,” sophomore and Train concert attendee Heather Hahn said.
Like Hahn, sophomore Deeksha Mopuram also had a thorough and fun before the concert “getting ready” time when she went to see Metro Boomin and Future.
“I was so excited, it was so hype. I was getting ready with my sister and a few of my cousins […] and we went to the stadium! […] The outfit did contribute [to my concert experience], I think I wore the toughest fit there,” Mopuram said.
While wearing the right outfit seems essential to a student’s concert experience, it’s important you actually get to the concert first. The battle for tickets can be difficult, but in the end, when you have them, the win can be fulfilling.
“Me and my sister wanted to go, and I was sad I wouldn’t be able to since I’ve liked Sabrina (Carpenter) for years […]. One day my friend texted me asking if I wanted to go with her, and I was so happy since my first time was unsuccessful,” Mayes said.
Taking a shot at potentially being able to see a concert is something most Wildcats can agree on. If there is a possibility for a fun time with some live music, it may be worth it.
“If you like the artist, just go to the concert because you’re never going to live it again,” Mopuram said.
