Gerry Mulligan

Only the French, I guess, really use tenor and alto to any great extent in the orchestra.

I've appeared on some other people's albums.

So I played alto for quite a while until I saved up the money for the baritone.

I would've done anything to work with Satyajit Ray.

The whole period has taught me that I enjoy being part of an ensemble rather than just a front man. Don't get me wrong - I enjoy that too, but I get more enjoyment out of really listening to everyone.

I'm a huge Dallas Mavs fan. What I love about Dirk Nowitzki is he has just as much talent as everyone else, if not more, and he never toots his own horn. He's this silent warrior.