Creativity is an inherent human quality of the highest order. When we create, we become more than the sum of our parts.

It’s really strange, but they speak to me — the notes and the chords. So when I hear other people’s music, I can feel the composer. Whoever created that, I can see in their soul.

If you are a professional, the speed with which you react to a potential problem separates the men from the boys.

Focused will is incredible. If you have a dream and you don’t give up no matter what obstacles come up, then life’s problems will fall away and you will get what you want. It happens. It works.

That adage about genius being 5 percent inspiration and 95 perspiration - it's true.

I just would use any instrument known to man in any combination as long as it describes an emotion.

All you need is passion. If you have a passion for something, you'll create the talent.