🎶 From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall: The Remarkable Journey of Clarinet Virtuoso David Singer 🎶

Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser

Dr. Ron Kaiser

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🗓️ 22 April 2025

⏱️ 28 minutes

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In this inspiring episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, world-renowned clarinetist David Singer shares the extraordinary highs and humble beginnings of his life and career. From overcoming an abusive childhood and working odd jobs—including driving a cab in New York City—to performing for President Jimmy Carter at the White House and earning a Grammy with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, David’s story is a powerful testament to perseverance, passion, and purpose.

David reflects on pivotal moments in his life—from his childhood crush that introduced him to the clarinet, to his magical year studying in Vienna, and the struggles of trying to make it in the competitive world of classical music without compromising his individuality. Despite setbacks, he chose an unconventional route, building a celebrated career through unique collaborations and by impacting others through music education.

Listeners will walk away with timeless life lessons: follow your passion, take small daily steps toward your goals, and never give up. David’s book From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall captures this journey in rich detail, offering humor, history, and hope. This conversation is not just for music lovers, but for anyone striving to live with enthusiasm and make a meaningful impact.

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https://singerclarinet.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Cab-Driver-Carnegie-Hall/dp/B0D6THBZGK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1DPA5VCH17YVC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.27Fyjaoak3ON0nmB2MbIYw.pFeHtK8rd6EiY6_az2jQsQ9-vPybbAiHJqI3Tb89Nyo&dib_tag=se&keywords=from+cab+driver+to+carnegie+hall&qid=1719257751&sprefix=from+cab%2Caps%2C393&sr=8-1&ccs_id=9981d16b-4d98-4d03-b6c4-1e6a592e7c1c

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0:00.0	I can tell you about one day that kind of encapsulates the book in a way.
0:05.0	I was living in New York City and I got a call to play for the President of the United States,
0:12.0	Jimmy Carter. It was right around 1980 towards the end of his presidency.
0:16.0	And it was an honor, of course, always an honor to play for the president.
0:20.0	And so on a particular day, I took the train to And it was an honor, of course, always an honor to play for the president.
0:21.1	And so on a particular day, I took the train to Washington, D.C., and went into the White
0:28.5	House. Of course, they searched me thoroughly. And we performed. I was with four others, five others, actually.
0:37.9	Welcome to rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Kaiser.
0:41.4	This is the podcast designed to help you lead your life enthusiastically, today, tomorrow,
0:48.0	and every other day.
0:49.4	I am your host, Ron Kaiser, positive health psychologist and coach, keynote and TEDx speaker, and author of
0:56.5	the triple award-winning book, Rejuvenaging, The Art and Science of Growing Older with
1:02.7	enthusiasm. As listeners to the podcast know, my goal is always to bring you interesting,
1:10.1	informative, and sometimes entertaining guests who lead
1:13.4	their own lives with enthusiasm and help us to become better versions of ourselves. And we have a
1:20.4	real special treat in store for us today, really a unique guest and really looking forward to our conversation.
1:30.1	David Singer is a world-class clarinetist who has had an exceptional musical career
1:37.6	for decades playing on many world-class stages and venues, play alongside many famous, really famous musicians, and has really
1:52.1	attained a world-class reputation as a performer, also as a teacher, and is a really good guy.
2:00.1	Without further ado, want to introduce you to
2:04.6	David Singer. David is such a pleasure to have you with us. So glad you can join us today. Thank you.
2:11.3	I'm glad to be here. It's an honor to speak with you. Thank you.
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