I love the idea of being able to communicate with people through music, no matter where they come from or what language they speak.

I'm very proud to be black, but black is not all I am. That's my cultural historical background, my genetic makeup, but it's not all of who I am nor is it the basis from which I answer every question.

Arrange whatever pieces come your way.

You don’t have to be perfect. Just be yourself.

I always work with a goal, and the goal is to improve as a player and a person.