I'm just excited about the opportunity. I'm surprised I made it and excited that I am now a part of it. I know the rehearsals are far away, but it's going to be worth it.

I've never been in a position like this before, and I thank God for this opportunity, because it's been a blessing and I hope to continue for it to be like that,

I just liked the sound that came out of a flute. I just loved it. It just initially attracted me and then I got hooked. It is a little different for a kid that age to become hooked on the flute. It's a difficult instrument to learn, but I didn't find it as difficult as I thought it would be.

It's just great that my brothers got me hooked on music. I'll never let it go now.

I was nervous again and didn't think I did as well as I wanted to. I actually didn't think I'd make it.

It's something that I wanted to do, but I was real nervous and didn't do well. Seeing all the other good musicians just motivated me to want it more.