William Pyle was pleased to be able to attend the South by Southwest (SXSW) 2022 Conference as part of their Special Opportunity Grant experience. Composed of panels, discussions, meetups, and keynote speakers, Pyle was eager to explore the intersection of popular music with the “classical” world. While in attendance at the conference, William attended sessions on mental health, maintaining authenticity, touring alternative venue spaces, and more. In addition to attending sessions and paneling events centered around various topics in the arts leadership industry, Pyle also made certain to connect with professionals, all of whom were either rising in their respective fields or who already had some extensive background in research and arts administration. Pyle reflects that his experience was “eye-opening”, and one that he will never forget.