Growing up, the ukulele was always a respected instrument. It's a big part of our culture. It wasn't until I started traveling outside of Hawaii that I realized people didn't really consider the ukulele to be a real instrument.

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.

If I could do something with Paul McCartney it would be just amazing. Or Eric Clapton.

Blues, rock and hip hop are more about a lifestyle and culture than notes on a page.

You know, I think music is very interactive. It's a - it's a language.

Hawaii is a small, close community.

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