Clark Fobes for his woodwind expertise and friendship.
Dennis Heaney for his repair expertise and sage advice.
Dianna Tucker and West Valley Music for a place to do my thing.
All my teachers for their wisdom and guidance.
My musician friends, especially Doug Rowan, who have helped me over the years.
Trumpeter Phil Grenadier, for encouraging me and showing me that new directions and influences are critical to going forward.
My students for showing me the value of my work, and for taking the information and forging ahead with the work. You’ve all taught ME how to teach.
Warne Marsh, who taught me that we all have an inner melody that needs to be brought out.
David Carlos Valdez, who’s blog is a godsend and who’s knowledge and influence cannot be underestimated.
Dave Barrows for his friendship and support.
Ben “King” Perkoff for allowing me to play the blues when I was still pretty green.
All the great jazz musicians that came before us who’ve showed us the way forward.
All the incredible and memorable friends that I’ve made through music all these years.
My cousin Jaime Sowlakis, for getting me into and out of NYC many times, and for being the hilarious voice in my ear all these years.