POPSUGAR: This is your first time in the US. What do you think of Napa Valley so far?
Sheku Kanneh-Mason: I've really loved being here. It's such a beautiful part of America, just the scene, the food, and the wine. It's nice to be somewhere sunny since I live in London, where that rarely happens.
PS: In addition to tonight's performance, you previously performed at the Napa Valley College Performing Arts Center. How did you get involved with Festival Napa Valley?
SKM: About a year ago, I was asked to play, and I, of course, looked up the place and the festival and was really excited to come here. It's a great fit with what I'm doing now, and I'm glad it worked out.
PS: You've been playing the cello since you were 6. What was it about the cello that attracted you?
SKM: When I first heard a whole orchestra playing, I was particularly attracted to the sound of the cello, and I just wanted to play. I've always enjoyed the sound of it, and at first, it was just a hobby. As I got older, I grew to love it more, and it became something I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I'm very lucky to be able to do the thing I love.
