While many adults fear that the youth do not know the value of hard work, Aaron Daniels is living testimony that is not the case.

A Primary Six student at Warwick Academy, Aaron is also a musician and a sportsman.

Aaron has an activity nearly everyday and also has chores like many other children his age.

And he said his classmates feel he is the most energetic person they know.

Two and a half years ago, he began to play the piano and recently passed his grade three Royal School of Music examination.

A student at the Bermuda Conservatory of Music, Aaron did not stop looking for more activities to be involved in once his talent for piano became apparent.

A year and a half ago, Aaron began playing the saxophone under the tutelage of Wendell (Shine) Hayward.

Aaron said he takes his saxophone to school each day and plays during recess and lunch times because it gives him more energy and is good exercise.

And Mr. Hayward said: "Aaron is a keen and enthusiastic individual who loves a challenge and it is quite admirable that he knows the value of practising''.

And his hard work has earned him a spot as a the youngest member of the Bermuda National Youth Jazz Ensemble.

When he is not in a music lesson, Aaron is participating in one of his many sporting activities.

A triathlete, Aaron won the Iron Kids triathlon title for his age group two weeks ago.

And he is also a member of Sharks swimming club, a softball league and plays roller hockey.

Aaron's involvement with music and sports has enabled him to travel, proving that his hard work has afforded him many benefits.

He will be travelling to England next month with the Jazz Ensemble to play for the Sir George Somers celebration.

And he will also be travelling to Chicago in August for the Mrs. T triathlon.

Aaron's mother Rosie Daniels, a single parent, said it was tiring to run around ensuring that Aaron makes it to his many lessons, but added that she felt that the effort was worth it.

"It's a sacrifice, but it's a good sacrifice because he has worked so hard so I don't mind sacrificing my own time,'' she said.

"I always emphasise putting in the effort because I tell him that if he shows effort then people will always be behind him,'' she continued.

While he is not sure what he wants to do when he grows up, Aaron knows he wants to continue to play music.

His only complaint was that he always has teeth marks on his lips after blowing on his saxophone so often.

Ms Daniels said her son was an exceptional ten year old who does more than any other ten year old.

"In fact he does more than some 16 year olds,'' she added.