New Jersey Stage Issue 73 | Page 97

ple that want it but it’s obviously less than ideal and not how a concert was meant to be enjoyed. Dare I say it, my first impression was that it seemed a little silly. What do you miss the most about going to work? I miss feeling productive and being part of bringing joy to folks that love the arts. I miss the personal gratification of working at a world class venue with top tier acts and facilitating a great experience for all our guests, audience, artists and touring crews alike. Who are some of your favorite musical acts to listen to? And who have been some of your favorite shows to work? This may sound like a cop out but I always say my favorite music to listen to is whatever music I’m working with today. It’s a unique and wonderful position to be in when you’re a live mix engineer. When I do listen for my own enjoyment it’s a lot of jazz fusion like Pat Metheny, John McLaughlin, NJ STAGE - ISSUE 73 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 97