Gary Gray was a unique artist, touching listeners with his special charisma and style in all the genres that he played, from classical through film and swing music. I am grateful for the time in Gary’s UCLA clarinet studio, where he included students into his global and high-end perspective on music-making. He was a true supporter of women in music and exceptionally kind. He gave many of us an opportunity in his studio where he also became an unforgettable mentor and friend.