Music is something that has been a part of my soul for as long as I can remember. When you're passionate and or have a love for something, you're willing to put time in. I've always been amazed and curious by the different tones of instruments. If one instrument can create music with endless possibilities, just imagine the creativity of a trio or quartet. My passion lies within those possibilities. My music is a reflection of what I'm feeling in my soul. Growing up during the '70s, I was exposed to many different genres with funk being one of the main ingredients in the mix. Funk is a groove that is like no other. While being a student of jazz, I was also a fan of funk. I performed and entertained with several bands throughout the '70s, one of them being mine. We were called "The Facts of Funk." We were young and energetic and in search of that groove. We found it in funk. Although my passion is fusion I refuse to limit myself to one genre. Anytime you can share the stage with a man like Peabo Bryson you should soak it up like a sponge. We recently connected on Twitter, laughing over a tbt (Throwback Thursday) pic. While I was a fan of his stage presence, my curiosity was notated to his staff, band, and mode of management operation. Although we are artists, we must also realize that this is a business. So I would say that sharing the stage with Peabo was a positive business experience that has had a lasting effect on my business decisions.