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Charmin Dionne Greene is an American professional saxophonist from Waco, Texas.
Tell us a little about your business.
My business touches the heart, alters emotions and brings peace to the soul. I am a Musician, a Saxophonist to be exact. My parents told me stories of when my mom was pregnant with me. I’d be moving all over the place in her stomach. Nothing would ever soothe me, until one day they put on music, Smooth Jazz with a Saxophone lead. I immediately calmed down, and every time thereafter. You could say I was born to do this! My soulful sound, growing awareness and tenacity make for heartfelt performances every time! 93
What makes you different as a person and also what separates you from the rest of your peers in your industry
I remember the excitement for middle school. I’d finally get the opportunity to learn to play Saxophone. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as I had planned. The band director there would only let me play Clarinet. So I joined theater. My 7th grade year my parents switched schools. I recall walking into the Band Hall so excited! “Now I’d get to play Saxophone!” I thought. I introduced myself to the band director and told him I wanted to play Sax. His reply broke my…