# Event Details - **Event Name**: Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Guitarist, composer, author, Mike Nielsen is a lecturer in jazz at the Technical University, Dublin. His three main research topics include, improvisation, rhythm and microtonality. His diverse performance experience ranges from Dixieland—Modern—Microtonality. His unique style is influenced by jazz, classical, flamenco, Irish and world music genres. Featured on 25 recordings, Mike’s most notable recordings are with Dave Liebman with whom he has also toured with. As a solo performer he has opened for Elvin Jones and John McLaughlin. A recipient of many Arts Council Awards, a most recent one relates to the development of fretless guitar practice as part of his solo performance. He holds an MPhil in physics and music (PhD in music and physics)—First Award— in microtonal guitar design, composition and system development; Mike’s work is featured in The Contemporary Guitar publication by Grammy Award winning microtonal guitarist, John Schneider; PhD in microtonal system development, improvisation and microtonal vocal training; LTCL in classical performance, and he received a Jim Hall incentive award to attend Berklee College (’83 - ‘85). German publishing company, Schott, released his book, Precision Timing for all Instruments in 2016. His current performing focus is on solo guitar and with his current Trio with New York double bassist, Brian Questa and long-time collaborator, Shane O’ Donovan, drums and electronics. Trio Sound Recipes features special arrangements of popular and jazz songs in addition to original compositions. Dave Liebman wrote: “I have always loved Mike’s approach to guitar and music in general. A truly unique, one-of -a-kind voice, the music here burns with creativity and passion.” (Solo guitar CD) Brian Questa Brian Questa is a double bassist and composer from New York City, now based in Ireland. He spent a decade in New York’s jazz and experimental scenes, performing with artists including Han Bennink, Mary Halvorson, and Tony Malaby. His music moves between jazz, classical, and electronic approaches, shaped by composition studies with Wolfgang Rihm and Marco Stroppa in Germany. His work has been presented internationally at festivals such as the Japan Media Arts Festival, ICMC, and the Zagreb Biennale. Shane O’ Donovan Shane is a Dublin based drummer and electronic music producer. Currently very active on the Dublin jazz scene, Shane is involved in a number of projects alongside some of Ireland's leading jazz musicians. These include Michael Buckley’s Ebb and Flow, Hugh Buckley’s Purple Dayz, OKO, Magical Dog, Gamerz with Kit Downes and John Moriarty Quartet. He has also worked with many top international musicians such as Tim Berne, Greg Osby, Ernie Watts, Rick Margitza, Guy Barker, John Stowell, Greg Burke, and Jamie Oehlers, to name a few. After many years spent producing electronic music Shane has amassed a vast repertoire ranging from melodic ambient to abstract experimental beats and soundscapes. Shane’s drumming style can be characterised as an amalgamation of his love for Jazz drumming and the complex electronic grooves associated with artists such as Autechre, Squarepusher, Aphex Twin and Venetian Snares. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bray/mike-nielsens-sound-recipes/200030383160006 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, performances, festivals, workshops, literary-art, nonprofit, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 5 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Bray - **state**: WW - **country**: Ireland - **location**: Whale Theatre - **lat**: 53.14445 - **long**: -6.06429 - **full address**: Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane,Greystones, Ireland, Bray ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1af8bf632ed78fbd98cdce1eb486c979217c0637d1548254ea7af8110bb32764-rimg-w799-h600-dc080808-gmir?v=1788203761 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes being held? - **A:** Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes takes place on Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane,Greystones, Ireland, Bray. - **Q**: Who is organizing Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes? - **A:** Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes is organized by Whale Theatre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Mike Nielsen's Sound Recipes is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bray, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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