Interview

I sent these questions out to 2 saxophone experts. One, Chris Farr teaches at the University of the Arts in Philly. The other, Matthew McClure teaches at UNC Chapel Hill. My family and I  actually ran into him while I was touring UNC Chapel Hill. My family and I were exploring some music buildings and stopped to talk with Matthew about the music program at UNC. I figured he would be the a perfect person to interview! He  is the saxophone teacher and assistant director of bands in the Department of Music at UNC.  He also directs numerous saxophone chamber groups in the department.

I asked these 5 questions to both professors.

• How long did it take before you considered yourself to have mastered saxophone playing?
• Throughout your school career, how involved were you in music groups?
• It has been said that "music makes you smarter". Based on your experiences, can you vouch for this claim?
• How has the saxophone and music impacted your life?
• In your life, What is the coolest place your saxophone playing has taken you?

Chris must have been pretty busy, because his answers were not the greatest.

Here is a look 

Matthew McClure's Answers

Matthew's answers were much better. I am thankful that he took the time to write out great responses for me. It was great to hear a professional's perspective on my questions.