Artist profile: Mitchell Kahn balances music, profession

Dr. Mitchell Kahn is in his fifth year as general director of Skagit Opera and is on the board of directors of Bellingham Festival of Music. He’s the kind of person who fits the adage: “Ask a busy person” to do something.

When asked how he balances everything in his life, he answer, “How do I manage to do so much? I may be the only doctor in Bellingham who doesn’t play golf, doesn’t boat and hasn’t had cable TV in years. I spend about two minutes a day commuting (15 minutes if I bike). Most importantly, I have a very understanding and supportive wife, and excellent office staff.”