Composing a Legacy: Briana Ayres Shares Passion for Music to Inspire Others
February 19, 2025 | 2-3 min read
Briana Ayres, a junior from Greenwood, Indiana, is a dedicated music education student at Florida College, where she is pursuing her passion for music and combining it with her faith. For Briana, music has always been an essential part of her life. Growing up, she was inspired by wonderful music teachers who nurtured her love for music and motivated her to give back by becoming a music educator herself.
Briana’s journey to Florida College was influenced by her time at FC Indiana Camp, where she had the chance to experience the welcoming environment of the college. Originally planning to stay closer to home, Briana’s visit to Falcon Days left a lasting impression and she made the decision to study at Florida College.
At Florida College, Briana found a place where her values align with the values of the College. Briana has formed lasting friendships with like-minded peers who encourage her to stay true to her faith. The knowledge gained from her music education courses and the Bible classes at FC have not only helped her prepare for her future but have also strengthened her foundation, answering questions she didn’t even know she had.
Briana is deeply involved on campus. She currently serves as president of FC’s National Association for Music Education, vice president of Psi Beta Gamma, and a student leader of Unplugged, an acoustic band group on campus. She is also an active member of the musical and chamber choir.
Looking to the future, Briana’s dream is to teach middle school choir and offer private voice and guitar lessons. She is driven to inspire and nurture the next generation of musicians, just as her teachers did for her. One of Briana’s favorite memories at Florida College is performing in Unplugged with her friends. For her, making music with such talented people is a true highlight of her college experience.
Briana Ayres embodies the spirit of Florida College – combining a love for music with a heart for Christ and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others.
To get a glimpse into Briana’s FC experience, watch her video here.