Narrator's Musical Journey and Insights

The speaker shares their journey from a small town in Nevada to becoming a composer. Initially interested in pop music, they were transformed by choral music at university. Mentors like David Weiler played a crucial role in their development. Despite starting late, they embraced their unique path, balancing extroversion and introversion. Their passion for music and teaching continues to drive them.

What was the narrator's initial exposure to music during his early life?

• Playing trumpet in a marching band

• Playing piano in a jazz band

• Singing in a choir

• Classical music lessons

What event led the narrator to become deeply interested in choir music?

• Joining a pop band

• Playing in a jazz ensemble

• Attending a concert

• Singing the Kyrie from Mozart's Requiem

Who was the narrator's most significant mentor in his musical journey?

• Dr. Bruce Mayhall

• Dr. Ron Staley

• David Weiler

• Dr. Joe Michael Scheibe

What did the narrator describe as a 'cosmic Swiss watch'?

• A choir performance

• A new synthesizer

• The complexity of Mozart's Requiem

• His first pop song

At what age did the narrator start composing music?

• 18 years old

• 21 years old

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

What does the narrator believe is a strength of starting late in a field?

• Having more experience

• Bringing fresh perspectives without baggage

• Being more disciplined

• Having more resources

What does the narrator find appealing about conducting?

• The opportunity to travel

• The solitude it offers

• The ability to compose new music

• The real-time music creation and interaction with people

What profession does the narrator consider the most noble?

• Artist

• Teacher

• Engineer

• Doctor

What does the narrator often hear in everyday sounds?

• Music

• Voices

• Silence

• Noise

What is the narrator's primary passion despite his other interests?

• Composition

• Conducting

• Public speaking

• Teaching