About Mark White: Mark Wells White, Jr., is an American lawyer, who served as the 43rd Governor of Texas from January 18, 1983 to January 20, 1987.
I was exposed to jazz early on.
After a couple years of occasional lessons with Pass I moved to Boston to attend the New England Conservatory.
I agree totally with Metheny regarding the sound influencing the way you play.
Tone on jazz guitars is a real tough issue.
Still others want a traditional guitar sound if they call you for guitar.
The combination of experience and experimentation will ultimately yield a personal sound.