The Maestro Speaks of his Musical Journey

About the Book

This book demonstrates that one is capable of achieving any goals, that one sets for him/herself. I hope it will be an inspiration to others, as they journey along the pathways of life. This book summarizes the achievements, the difficulties and sometimes struggles that were encountered along the way. It speaks of anxiety, fear, anticipation, but never apathy. There were times of restlessness, working and studying until the wee hours of the morning, just to meet the class assignments. Those were used as motivation to succeed. The vagaries of the weather in the UK and its unpredictability, played a part in my planning every move and decision. That too helped me to realize the nature of things and how essential it is to prepare, if possible, for the future. It is indeed a wonderful feeling, when one is able to look back over many years on a long journey and a productive life, and feel satisfied that something of note has been left behind. I trust this book will give food for thought and be of help to others

About the Author

Joseph (Joe) Benjamin Williams, was born in Spanish Town, Jamaica, in 1933. Upon the death of both his parents, he moved to Kingston, where he attended school. He subsequently joined the Jamaica Military Band. He won a scholarship to the Royal Military School of Music, Kneller Hall, England, 1965-1968, to study music, and on his return to Jamaica, became Bandmaster/Director of Music of the Jamaica Defence Force, where he served until 1995, when he retired at the Rank of Major.