[78-L] Youth collectors

[Geoffrey Wheeler]

Taylor Bowie’s story is is both encouraging and sobering. Encouraging 
for the support he found, but sobering for the curmudgeons he 
encountered who were unwilling to share their knowledge, enthusiasm, 
and the playing of records. From the moment I was born, I was exposed 
to jazz and classical records. Both where part of my household, and 
both something that enthralled and fascinated me. Through the years, I 
have met relatively few people who were encouraging about collecting. 
Most I learned and did on my own with the aid of books, magazines, 
records, sheet music, live performances, radio, and film. Luckily, four 
or five collectors I met through publications, phone calls, and letters 
(remember those?) were friendly and encouraging. I believe sharing is 
the way to nourish and learn.