On this unforgettable episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome David Singer—acclaimed clarinetist, Grammy-winning performer, and author of the powerful new memoir From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall: One Musician’s Story of Grit and Glory.

With warmth, humor, and honesty, David shares how he rose from an abusive childhood and a life of hustle—including driving a cab the same day he played at the White House—to performing alongside legends like Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, Yehudi Menuhin, and more. From carrying a clarinet through subway stations to gracing the world’s grandest stages, his story is a masterclass in perseverance, purpose, and the power of music to transform a life.

Tune in for behind-the-scenes tales of performing for presidents, surviving personal hardship, and navigating the classical world with grit and gratitude. Funny, raw, and deeply inspiring—this is one ride you won’t forget.