Mary Halvorson on her music education

Guitarist Mary Halvorson talks about her early music education, including her first musical instrument (not guitar!) and her first paid gig. This interview was done during the 2013 Newport Jazz Festival, where Halvorson performed with her septet. For more information about the guitarist, visit www.maryhalvorson.com. Interview by Lee Mergner. Video by Melissa Mergner. Sound by Jen Kim. Thanks to Carolyn McClair, Melanie Nanez, Danny Melnick and the staff of the Newport Jazz Festival for their support.