Clayton Capps, Tuba

Since 2002 - a good 24 years.

Being a part of bringing wonderful, rich music to Central Texas and getting to perform with outsanding musicians/friends.

From the very beginning, my mom would play classical and Gospel music. I started the Tuba at the age of 10, in fifth grade.

Robert McHaney, First Band Director: He pushed me to be the best I could by demanding excellence, but encouraging my best at the time, regardless of level.

Chuck Daellenbach, Tuba Player, Canadian Brass: Showed me that the tuba could be more then just a bass instrument, but a fun instrument. He showed me how fun brass chamber music could be how it touches kids in school, adults in nursing home, and any other venues in an intimate setting.

Special needs transportation Salado ISD. Private music tutor.

I was on Wheel of Fortune in 1998. Huge fan of the show. My main daily driver automobile is a 1963 Volkswagen Beetle, striped like Herbie from Disney Classic movie "The Love Bug". It has been driven over one million miles, and I enjoy keeping it serviced. I go anywhere in it, from the East Coast to the West Coast.

John Williams, I have always had a love for movie music scores. I love how emotions of the music is written to follow the emotion of the scene.

I skipped the first day of band because I was shy. My mother said it was a must to try it. My advice is just try it! When I think about of all the joy I would have missed through performing and friendship if I had not taken the chance. If you have a desire, perform every chance you get.

TSO is a classy group of professionals showing their passion at each performance to a small community.

A rich musical experience and the joy of having heard excellent music.

How many hours of practice and diligence it takes to prepare music to the higest quality. Sometimes giving up family time and even other music gigs to prioritze the symphony performance.

Look over the music and make sure I am prepared for all rehearsals.

Canadian Brass, Southern Gospel Music, Soundtracks to movies.

A great core of musicians from a local small town. I believe having so many teachers in the same region helps this symphony truly be filled with passionate people.

Music is literally a God given joy... a true gift. I like using my gift to uplift others.

Fun, Satisfying, Honored.