A Major Key

Claudia Barretto's creative dreams are flourishing

- TRINA EPILEPSIA BOUTAIN

For young musician Claudia Barretto, the pandemic and community quarantine have been a time for rest and trying out new things. Like many creatives during these trying days, she's had to confront many of her demons-among them doubt and insecurities. But instead of using the tried and tested route, she decided to do something new: the unexpected. In the end, her risks proved fortuitous, resulting in a fresh, bold mindset and a new creative flourishing.

"I have been coping creatively by immersing myself in new experiences,” she shares via an email correspondence. “At the beginning of the year, I tried things I've never done before. Such as, hosting and dancing. These new experiences renewed my vigor for doing what I love."