David Weiss, a New York City based musician, specializes in performing on flutes and woodwinds from many different cultures. Currently, Mr. Weiss performs with Disney's "The Lion King" for which he is a featured orchestral soloist, performing on thirteen different woodwinds. He co-composed much of the flute music for that production, which has received numerous awards, including a 1999 Grammy.
David and I talk about how the music scene in New York City has changed over the years, how Broadway popularity has increased, the keys to gettintg and keeping a job, what it's like to play for a Broadway musical, and much more. We talk extensively, of course, about his experiences with The Lion King!
