Yeah, it's a long time. I find that otherworlders either are here only for a little bit, or they end up here for years. I know a couple of people that've been here longer than five years, seven years... It can definitely get up there.

Ah, yeah, there's a big difference between stringed instruments and wind instruments. And then there's a difference between woodwinds and brass too. And you're right, I've gotten a professional education. But your ability to compose on the spot is really amazing!