I actually got to perform for Queen Elizabeth, and I got to meet her after the show. She said she thought my performance was beautiful and I got to shake her hand and it was just an incredible moment.

The ukulele is the instrument of peace.

I know a few chords on the guitar, but I wouldn't be able do a show or even be part of a jam session with one.

Hawaii is a small, close community.

I always feel a little funny being in front of a lot of people trying to show them my approach to the ukulele, but I do enjoy it. I do get a little more nervous doing workshops rather than performing.

The ukulele has always appealed to the older generation.

Because if everyone played the ukulele, this world would be a much happier place.