"My instrument is Clarinet and has always been good to me", says Jackie.  "I had the good fortune to pick it up at the age of 12 while in Junior High School.  My instrumental teacher traveled up to the High School with me where for four years, I was principal player of our high school band.  I attended college but decided not to major in music, but had the desire to teach.  I received my BS degree in Physical Education in 1967.  I have always loved music and my husband Tom is a musician also which made it very easy to continue playing in many bands during the 31 years we have been married.  Presently, I am a member of the Connecticut Symphonic Band,  Westport Community Band, Stratford Community Concert Band and the South Beach Fire Department Band.  I continue to love and enjoy playing.  Monday nights, however, are a little more special to me because I sit next to my music teacher who also plays the clarinet."