I have always loved Scottish music - all sorts of Celtic, Gaelic music.

I had piano lessons when I was a kid, like most people. And hated them, like most people. And quit, like most people.

How does my music connect to an audience? That is just a complete mystery to me.

I'm one of those people who is actually inspired by a deadline. I might not sleep for many days on end, it may not be good for my health, but it definitely helps.

John Barry was my hero when I was about 13. His scores to the James Bond movies were the scores of my life back then.

If someone suddenly lost their director the day before shooting and wanted me to step in, I'd be willing to. But I'd do brain surgery the same way. I'm always up for something new.

Learning how to improvise really awakened my interest in music.