Noshing With David Singer – March 6, 2025

This week on "Ira’s Everything Bagel", Ira sits down with David Singer, author of "From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall." In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, David shares his incredible journey through music and life—from his early days surrounded by melodies to an unexpected love-driven decision to pick up the clarinet (he won the talent show but lost the girl!). He opens up about the mentor who became his “musical father,” the struggles and resilience shaped by a complex family dynamic, and the chapter in his book that’s not just entertaining, but deeply moving. David also reflects on his unique double life as a musician and cab driver, why he chose classical music (where he felt one with the music), and his passion for teaching students the beauty of classical music and opera. Listen as he recalls playing alongside legends like Yo-Yo Ma, why classical music’s big-gest superstars remain deeply connected to their fellow musicians, and the powerful lega-cy he hopes his book will leave behind. Ultimately, it’s a story of transformation, perseverance, and the music that shaped a life. (Also Watch Full Podcast Video)