When did you start playing?
Before I could walk.
What was your first instrument?
Piano, but I've dabbled in pretty much everything else since. It's still the only one I'm any good at.
What were the first songs you learned?
"Hot Cross Buns" and "Chopsticks".
"Norwegian Wood" was the first popular song I learned, about two years ago.
Did you take lessons and for how long?
Since I was about three or four, still going.
What was your teacher like?
She's my mom.
When was your first performance?
A recital of my mom's students back in 2005.
What gear did you have?
A 100+-year-old upright.
When did you start or join your first band?
Back in 2013.
What did you play?
Piano and keyboard bass (think Ray Manzarek). We didn't have a bassist.
How long did it last?
About three months.
How have your gear preferences changed over time?
I've only ever owned Yamaha keyboards, and I've had no reason to change.
What is your favorite gear now?
Yamaha P-105 (88-weighted keys, digital piano) with another Yamaha (61-key, organ keys) on a rack, both plugged into a Roland KC-60 keyboard amp.
How much gear do you own?
The above, plus an antique upright, two entry level microphones, an ancient accordion, a Kamaka ukulele (purchased in Hawaii, but it's quality, not tourist bait), three Yamaha recorders, a didgeridoo, an Echo harmonica, and a set of Ludwig drums with Sabian cymbals.
How much have you sold?
Two beautiful acoustic guitars. Nobody in my family wanted them, and I was too young for them. We sold them for a song at a garage sale.
I still regret not keeping one.
What are you hoping to own in the future?
I'd love to get a decent acoustic (no idea what to look for, though) and a Strat. Also a Steinway grand, a Fender-Rhodes, a Wurlitzer, and a Hammond B-3.
How have your influences and playing style changed over time?
I'm 15, so they haven't changed a lot. Billy Joel and Ray Manzarek are my biggest influences as a pianist.
What were your best / worst performances like?
I recently won $100 for a cover of Bowie's "Life on Mars?". Never had a bad performance… yet.
Have you ever had any studio experience? Where at?
Unfortunately, no.
Do you still play? If you don't why did you stop?
Still going strong.