Music moves us—but what happens when the instruments stop playing? In this episode of Echo-lution, musicians Azul and Mary uncover the hidden environmental cost of musical instruments, from deforestation and toxic materials to landfills filled with broken beginner instruments. They explore how repair, reuse, and sustainable design can transfrm music into part of a circular economy—and how musicians can help the planet without sacrificing sound.
How Musicians can Play for the Planet
January 13, 2026
About the Contributors
Azul Rivera Meza, Writer
Azul Rivera Meza starts her first year as a Flyover writer. Hailing from Mexico, she trains tirelessly to achieve her dream: to make the Olympics as a fencer for her home country. Although she spends most of her time at practice, she always makes sure to find space for her diverse hobbies, such as music, language, and K-dramas. Students can catch her smashing the drumkit with the DIS Rock Band at the next assembly, as she strives to entertain the community with schoolwide news.
Mary Cho, Writer
Mary returns for her second year as a writer on the Flyover staff. A curious and passionate learner, she enjoys exploring different topics and hopes to share her perspectives through her writing. Outside the newsroom, she spends her time playing the flute, competing in futsal, and learning Chinese language and culture.
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