Mike Nock in concert in St Paul's Cathedral last night in a
double billing with Michael Houstoun. Photo by Jane Dawber.
Q and A with composer and jazz pianist Mike Nock.
Been to Dunedin before?
Several times, dating from the first time I played there with
Michael Houstoun with the Civic Orchestra in May 1982.
Michael played Beethoven's 4th Piano Concerto, I played
Nock's first (Aotearoa).
What do you know about Dunedin?
I know Dunedin as a very welcoming city with a strong
interest in, and appreciation for, the arts.
What do you hope people will get from your
performance?
I hope my music might stir some positive feelings towards
life in general and that some in the audience might be
inspired to follow their passion in life.
What do you enjoy most about performing?
I'm very aware of the special privilege it affords me to
express and communicate my deepest feelings to others.
How do you relax away from work?
I love swimming, reading and the occasional glass of wine.
What would you be doing if it wasn't this?
First choice would be a visual artist, then maybe an author,
after which I might indulge my love for nature and spend my
time bushwalking and star-gazing.
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