How should I begin my essay?

Question

I have to write a 500-word essay on:

why I want to be part of the DSO Chamber music program

and

what I hope to gain from my experiences if i am to join this music program

I know already how to write a good body and argument for the main part of the essay

However, I am having problems thinking of a good introductory paragraph.

It should be relatively short, I'm thinking, but I just can't think of a good beginning that should give the reader a.... WHAMM! KA-BOOSH, etc, feeling.

Long put short, I'm on writers block for the introduction!

ideas?

Thanks

PS- I tried starting with a "what is music" intro, but it soon got off topic and sounded like some inspirational poetry... plus I didn't know how to interconnect it with the main idea later on.

So again, input greatly appreciated!

Answer 1

so why dont you state what you hope to accomplish if you join this program your plans for later life?

Answer 2

should i begin my essay is to analyzed and also my respectfully.    

Answer 3

i would say just go stright to the point