I've been a musician my whole life. Come from an entire family of musicians. Started playing drums in church at 6 or 7. Started playing piano at 9 or 10 in church. I performed professionally for over 17 years. I have been a public school elementary music teacher for 20 plus years. I've been a private music instructor for 25 plus years. Have been writing since around 12.
Music is who I am and it gives me great joy and a way to get through rough times in my life.
To make money off of my music but not for personal gain. I would love if I could make a significant amount of money for charity.
Men's hearts through the greatest message ever given. God's love for us as shown through the gift of his Son Jesus Christ.
Sweet Holy Spirit! as sung by the J.D Stamps Quartet singing with Elvis Presley!
Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Earth, wind and Fire, James Taylor, Gaither Vocal Band, Michael McDonald!
Waking up in the morning!
You are loved and you can be changed!
Euphoria! and peace!
With Technology, the possibilities are endless! Sad to say on the negative side that mainstream music has fallen to lowest possible denominator.
Don't know yet! Haven't been on here too long yet!
The lack of decently written lyrics and chord progressions. Unfortunately most of the time, you get computer samples of different peoples work with unbelievable ridiculous lyrics and chord progression that are not thought out at all!
Absolutely!
First, know your craft, do research, learn your music theory, take lessons, build a foundation. Then when you know you have a quality product, DON'T TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER! Don't listen to what negative people say! If it's constructive criticism, that has its place.
The Lone Bellow comes to mind!