Ian Sutherland

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

Music is the key to the infinite side of the human experience. Even if all that could be possibly achieved by the human race was realized, there'd still be room to tell a story or sing a song.

What is your music dream?

Play a live show for an audience of 5000.

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

Myself. I'd be more kind, more compassionate, more loving, harder working, and more righteous. So I suppose every day I try to change the world.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Over the Rainbow. I was fascinated by the Yellow Brick Road and the Emerald City.

What is the message you want to send with your music?

Behind every relationship and around every corner is a story worth telling.

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

I feel happy. Like a doctor and magician rolled into one. Whether it's a group of 5 or an audience of 55 it feels like I'm the captain of a ship, sailing on the air to Neverland.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

All the other stuff I have to take care of behind the scenes to play the music I love for the world.

Do you support your local scene as a fan? How?

Of course!! I go to local bar and coffee house performances, buy music and merchandise, and try to throw in an encouraging word or two.

What qualities should a musician nowadays have in order to get their music heard by a larger audience?

A true love and respect for the music above all else, and a desire to make others happy. Also a relentless work ethic, because it's tough out there wirhout a good amount of luck.