My first performance was in second grade with my friend Rodney Fisher, and we worked up versions of 'Long Tall Texan' and 'I Want to Hold Your Hand.' It gave me a little early confidence that I could actually do this music thing.
I've always worked with people who have been supporters of me creatively.
My parents worked for Exxon, and they gave me every chance to take part in music. I took guitar lessons, and I was in the choir at school.
I sort of cringe when I hear myself say the word 'work.' Getting to do something you love to do never really feels like work.
I've gotten to work with some wonderful directors and people who have been great teachers to me.