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... other woodwinds plus the piano). From about the time I was born until I finished my PhD, she was in several different symphonies and taught lessons. It was mostly a hobby for her though, too.

I definitely miss the feelings of joy and passion that I got playing in symphonies and smaller ensembles. But I do not miss all of the practicing or the physical pain that lots of playing brought me. And I don't miss all of the very high strung people who were trying to make a career of ... (2/n)