Marcel Bissonnette

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

I enjoy playing. It helps me escape the pressures of life.

What is your music dream?

To keep on playing. I also want to get back to writing and recording. Love collaboration with other musicians.

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

Get rid of hate.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

Never On A Sunday. In My Merry Oldsmobile. How Much Is That Doggy In The Window.

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

ELP, Yes, Styx, Kansas, TSO, Mannheim Steamroller, Foreigner, ELO, Grand Funk, J Geils, Larry Fast, Craig Anderton, Don Dorsey, Steve Winwood, Phil Collins, Richard Wright, Jon Lord, Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman, Greg Allman, Genesis, Procal Harum, PFM, Mike Oldfield, Joe Bonamassa, Santana.

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

Awesome!

How do you see the musicians’ reality nowadays? What could be improved?

Far too many have over inflated egos.

What frustrates you most as a musician?

Musicians with inflated egos. Pressure.

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

By supporting open mics and jams. Attendi g local live music events.

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

Patience. Believe in yourself.