Presidio's Operation Rising Star winner 2008, Alexander J. Wilson Q&A

By Alvin (Al) Macks (USAG Presidio of Monterey)July 10, 2009

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Musical Experience: Piano major at Lionel Hampton School of Music. High school and college choir and I sing in the shower.

When I realized I had a talent for singing: I have always enjoyed singing

Musical influences: The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, JT Grauke

Favorite American Idol: N/A

Favorite song: "For Once in My Life"

Favorite genre: Soul, classical, rock

Importance of music in my life: Everything. It's at least 3/4 of what keeps my soul going.

Greatest success in music to date: My greatest success is when others enjoy or find something meaningful in my music.