John Mock

John Mock is an artist and the sea and its coasts are his muse. From New England to Chincoteague toIreland, the Atlantic’s beautiful coastline and quaint villages, its wooden boats and whitewashed lighthouses, continue to inspire and inform John’s art. He captures in music and in photographs the heritage of the sea.John shares this heritage with audiences everywhere through his elegant and unique concert presentation "From the Shoreline", where John performs original instrumental compositions on the guitar, concertina, and tin whistle. Audiences enjoy the casual narration and storytelling, which enliven the characters and places upon which the music is based. John’s own photography is projected onto a screen behind him and provides a beautiful backdrop for the music.A native of Connecticut’s eastern shore, John’s work has taken him around the world. Widely sought after as a composer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist, he has worked with such notable artists as the Dixie Chicks, James Taylor, Nanci Griffith, Maura O’Connell, Sylvia, Kathy Mattea and Mark O’Connor. His orchestral arrangements have been performed by orchestras throughout America and abroad, including the London Symphony, the National Symphony and the symphonies of Atlanta and Nashville.John’s credits as composer and featured artist include performances with, among others, the Nashville Chamber Orchestra, the National Orchestra of Ireland, and the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra, as well as solo performances throughout the country.John’s CDs, The Day At Sea, and The Keeper's Companion, can be found in many of America's maritime museum shops, as well as at all major online retailers, and on his website."John's process of tying photographs of unique places along with original music is simply phenomenal. Through sound and image, he is able to create encompassing atmospheres thatcapture these special landscapes and stories. Whatever your age may be, a concert of John's is a wonderful experience."Robert Forloney, Director of Education Chesapeake Bay Maritime MuseumSt. Michaels, MD “John Mock’s pairing of his music with his photography was truly a delight. He has captured the essence of the sea, and is able to portray that through his work. The Mariners’ Museum can’t wait to have him back for another performance."Caroline C. Leyden,Manager of Indoor Special Events, The Mariners' MuseumNewport News, VAThis event is presented by the Firehouse.