Ask Jason - Student Questions

Once in a while a get asked a few questions about the ‘ol career in music. Here’s some recent ones from a student that i thought i might share…

How did you first get involved in playing music?
With friends and also in school band/choir. We had our own rock band from about 13 years old.
What instruments do you play?
Primarily guitar but play all fretted instruments, electric bass, mandolin, banjo, ukelele, I played percussion from elementary through college and studied voice.
What styles do you play?
i love all styles. i primarily play Rock, Jazz, Classical, Funk, Reggae but play Blues and Country and subgenres of all the above
How/why did you choose to play that kind(s) of music?
Guitar is important in so many styles, I kind of just go where I’m needed/wanted and do my best with that. I usually learn tons too.
Could you tell me a little about the band that you play in?
I play with several acts in different genres, all great musicians and performers. I’m lucky that way!
What is your favorite part about playing live?
probably just being in the moment, being there, being on stage, facing the audience, if they clap that’s nice too but hopefully they are uplifted by the music.
How has playing music affected your life?
Music is my life. its a metaphor for life. Life teaches you about music and music teaches you about life.
Musically speaking, what are your plans for the future?
i plan to play full tilt for as long and as hard as possible. This has been the best year ever and i expect next year will be even better. I plan to meet new players. I plan to learn new things. I plan to do my best. I expect that it will be tons of fun as i’m living the dream!!!!