After 43 years as the principal clarinetist with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Gene Kavadlo is retiring. He began his career as a music educator in the Manhasset Public Schools on Long Island before taking a gamble to become a symphony musician. In addition to his symphony activities, Kavadlo is an active recitalist and educator on Klezmer music. He reflects on his musical journey, living in Charlotte and what comes next as he turns the page on an incredible career.