 1. Where were you born? Tell us a little about your youth and upbringing?
New York, NY (Queens).
2. Earliest musical memories?
Going to see the Met & the NY Philharmonic on school trips.
3. Your education? Where did you attend college, primary teachers?
Julliard Pre College
Suny Purchase BFA
4. Why did you choose your instrument?
Fell in love with the sound immediately.
5. When did you know you wanted to be a professional musician?
At age 9.
6. Most inspiring composers?
Beethoven (spiritual)
Ravel (Sensual)
Prokoffiev (intellectual)
7. What would you be if not a musician?
Something with foreign languages.
8. Your favorite thing about playing in the ACO?
The level of excellence.
9. With what other ensembles do you perform/where do you teach?
Brevard Symphony Orchestra.
10. What is in your CD player right now?
Roussel Trio for flute, viola & cello.
11. What do you like to do outside of work/hobby/pastime(s)?
Gardening, word puzzles.
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