I live in Chicago where I've been a part of the music community for over 40 years. I perform actively and I maintain a busy teaching studio with over 40 students. I worked at the Saxophone Shop for close to 10 years when it was still in the ownership of Bob Black. I learned more from Bob and the other staff members than I did at music school, it was a great place to work and it was a bit sad when he sold it. I worked and taught part time at PM Woodwind where Paul has been my repair person for over 20 years. Being born and raised in Chicago I've played with many of the top Blues and R&B bands that make up part of Chicago's musical heritage.