I was raised in an extended family of musicians. The two rules in the house were basically, 1. You have to practice Piano 30 minutes everyday. And 2. You have to go to church. I began playing piano at 4, then guitar at about 10, followed by my first love, the drums. I started playing professionally at the age of 12. I worked various bars and clubs throughout my teens in country, jazz, and rock bands. After high school, I was hired to perform at a local theme park for the summer. Followin...