How long have you played the clarinet?
48 years

How long have you been a Wilmington Symphony Orchestra musician?
32 years

What do you do for a career?
Dentist in Wilmington NC

Where did you grow up?
Wilmington NC

What is your favorite song, artist, and/or musical memory?
Playing Mozart Parto Parto Ma To Ben Mio with the concerto winner soloist.

Favorite meal or restaurant?
Caprice Bistro escargot and trout... or maybe duck...or maybe steak frites... or maybe mussels...

Favorite beverage?
Green tea

What is your favorite vacation?
Africa photo safari in Tanzania.

You're stuck on a desert island... What book, music/album/artist and/or movie do you want with you??
Rachmaninov concertos

What's your pet situation?
He is spoiled rotten, always happy and happy to go on a walk or “check the mail”.

What do you want people to know about the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra?
We are basically all volunteers, trying hard to produce enjoyable music with a local flair.

How are you keeping yourself occupied while being at home all day?
Dental continuing education with some solo playing and practice.

Any words of wisdom to help others through this pandemic?
This will not defeat us and our friends and family are so important. Stay future focused, but enjoy each day we are given.