Firestarters 3 brings to print a collection of nine works for solo piano by Jazz musician Mike Nock. This collection ranges in ability and style – from the gentle lullaby Sho's Cradle Song to the fiery Cartwheels, Nock's piano music is ideal for both students and professionals.
Renowned pianists Michael Kieren Harvey (Australia) and Michael Houstoun (New Zealand) have performed and recorded works from the collection. The volume is accompanied by a digital data download containing midi realisations created by the composer.
"Mike Nock is an international treasure…" Jazz Times, USA
"Nock's ringing iconoclasm pervades all his music, taps a deep well of melody that transcends jazz and informs and ignites his every encounter"Down Beat, USA
"Mike Nock is a top fellow, his music is lovely to play, and audiences really enjoy it… what more could you want? Bravo to Promethean Editions for its new Firestarters collection! The Pianist as arsonist, fires that enliven - I like it - burn, baby, burn!!" Michael Houstoun, New Zealand
Mike Nock is a jazz pianist and composer based in Sydney, Australia. He is internationally recognised as a leader in his field through his extensive catalogue of recordings and original compositions. His music encompasses a broad range of instrumentation and style.
