Music Really Is Our Daily Medicine.

Music Is About Communication... It Isn't Just Something That Maybe Physically Sounds Good Or Orally Sounds Interesting; It's Something Far, Far Deeper Than That.

Scotland Has Never Ceased To Amaze The World With Its Forward Vision, Bold Action And Great Educational Institutions. Nothing Makes Me More Proud Than To Promote This Wonderful Land With All Its Richness And Diversity Wherever I Go.

Percussion Is Physical, As Most Instruments Are. The Body Must Function Well In Order To Play The Instruments Well. Last Year I Climbed Mount Kilimanjaro.

There Are Many Collaborations I'd Like To Explore. One Is To Co-write A Rap Concerto With Eminem.

My Favorite Instrument Is The Snare Drum. In Scotland, The Snare Drum Is Very Prominent In Highland Bands. The Scottish Style Of Playing Is In My Blood. It's A Very Powerful Instrument, But It Can Also Be Soothing, Like Velvet. It's A Real Challenge For Composers.