Matt George - Been my friend since before HS. Our families are all very close and dear to me and my family!

Carol Friedman - I received her book as a graduation present in HS from one of my teachers. I have taken it everywhere with me and is one of my most prized possessions with all the autographs that I have in it including the author who I was honored to meet!

Rufus Reid - Legendary jazz bassist. Had the pleasure of spending time with him on tour at MSU. Perfect gentleman! 

Sir Rolland Hanna - Great jazz pianist. 

Steve Wilson - I am a firm believer that the way you are as a person, comes out in your playing. This is so true with Steve. Such a warm inviting individual and there is no difference in his playing. I was honored to spend a week with him while on tour at MSU!

Justin Schultz - Justin is an amazing young talent and am so glad I got to play with him a few times. I love his passion but most of all the joy that he brings when you are around him! 

Megan Soukup - Megan is a dear friend. Megan is one of those people that whenever you think of a person to define any positive attribute, she is it. That could be compassionate, determined, humble, funny, and on and on.... It is truly a blessing to be able to work with her out at Byron and I have learned so much from her! 

Sam Winter - Former student at Byron Center

Franchesca Romero - Great pianist from MSU and makes great Cuban coffee LOL!

Natalie Cole - Got to see her with Wynton in Chicago. 

Snooky Young - One of the all time great lead trumpeters

Stan Getz - I had the honor of hearing and meeting Mr. Getz. He was my Father's favorite saxophonist. 

Greg Gisbert - Great Trumpeter

Joel Brusk - Friend from HS and saxophonist

Marc Cary - great jazz pianist