St.Albans – Students’ passion for music leaves the classroom with the help of Broderick Chamberlain.
Brody, a BFA senior graduating this year, 2026, has taken his passion for music and assembled a group of friends to start a band.
“It was August, I think. I told the guys ‘Why don’t we just start a band. We play music all the time, so why don’t we do something productive with it?” Broderick said, thinking back.
They decided to name the band Silvera, but the name is currently under reconsideration. Silvera consists of his classmates and some of his best friends. Kael Madding, who is a Singer and Pianist. Brody, who is a Guitarist. Cyrus Kinnick, who is a Bass Guitarist, and Quincy Chamberlain, who is the brother of Brody and a Drummer.
“I mean, I like consistently being in a group that plays music I enjoy… In a band, it’s a much smaller group, and you get to play music that most of us like and hold each other accountable.” Brody stated.
Broderick Chamberlain also goes by several nicknames, given to him by his friends, including Brody, Rick, and B-rod.
What started as playing Trombone in 5th grade has turned into playing an array of different musical instruments by his last High School year.
“In mostly chronological order, I’ve played the Trombone, Euphonium, French horn, and guitar, which I still play. Clarinet, Drums, Piano, Bass Guitar, Violin, but I’m not great at it. And I started singing roughly 2 years ago.” Brody listed.
He has always had a draw to music. “I desire to have a purpose in life. I kind of just existed before.” Brody had said.
Mr. Bushey and his other music teachers throughout the years have influenced him. However, Brody has said Kael and Kael’s family have influenced him a lot as well.
“He’s been very influential on my music taste and the stuff I play…I saw Kael getting into it, and his family was into it, so I started playing more instruments and trying them out,” Brody said.
He has also faced numerous challenges throughout his musical career and continues to do so.
“My biggest one is my Hypermobility issues. I have a low endurance for playing music, because of the small, consistent movements.” Brody explained. “I go to physical therapy, and I try to minimize bad habits to help with the pain.”
Joint Hypermobility is a connective tissue disorder in which the thick bands of tissue that connect your joints loosen or weaken. This can cause severe pain and other symptoms.
Brody has also advised those looking to get into music to explore more about creating fun third spaces.
“If practicing hurts, stop what you’re doing,” is one he has had to come to terms with.
“Enjoy your playing. Don’t practice in a way that makes it feel like a chore,” is one he hopes everyone who participates in music will keep in mind. Make sure you are playing in a way that keeps you engaged and doesn’t feel like a burden.
