Simply put, I love what I do. Not only do I get to play the drums at many different kinds of gigs, but I also have the opportunity to influence students and try to impart some drumming knowledge. I’m never too old to learn from anyone, and I’m not too good for any gig.
If I take a gig that turns out not to be so fun, I believe that I have a choice. I can get bugged about it during the gig and think to myself how I’m a much better player than so-and-so; or I can try to connect with the people I’m with —musically and/or personally. I can usually make one of those happen. The connection to my fellow musicians is, to me, of upmost importance. It all comes down to my attitude, which is something I have complete control over at any given time. It’s my attitude and I own it. Thinking this way has helped me.
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