I believe we're responsible for everything that happens to us.

My father taught me that one of the most important abilities in life is to be able to take the pain and persevere, and for years this lesson had served me well.

I tend to avoid writing music about initial reactions to situations, like frustration or anger. I’d rather wait till I go through the problem, and write about the learning that took place.

I believe that having an open mind is one of the most important qualities we can possess. Once our minds close, we stop evolving.

I don't want problems solved for me. I want the fishing rod, not the fish.

Not being able to read and write music is not the same as being illiterate in speech and writing.

Symphonies can generate a tremendous amount of sounds, beauty, and emotion. That is part of their human feel and sweetness. Keyboards, on the other hand, give us access to millions of sounds. When I put the two together, the result is unique, and it’s not only pleasing to the ear, but produces emotional responses that neither of the two can achieve on their own.