Bobby Gordon interviewed by Monk Rowe, Chautauqua, New York, September 12, 1997 [transcript]

Table of Contents: Biography -- West coast scene -- Evolution of dixieland from New Orleans heritage -- Joe Marsala : Clarinet lessons and exposure to jazz world -- Influence of Elvis on music world/Choice to play jazz over rock 'n roll -- Favorite gigs/Stint at Condon's -- About association with Leon Redbone -- Influences/Favorites were Joe Marsala and wife Adele Girard, jazz harpist -- Bad gig with fifteen banjos -- Improvisation thought process -- Recording on small labels -- "Training" a younger audience -- Performing in Japan -- Inspiration for Bing Crosby tribute -- Importance of "Hot Five" and "Hot Seven" records -- Dream band/Jazz etiquette.