Nicole Knorr is an Ann Arbor-based composer-improviser, vocalist, pianist, & interdisciplinary artist. nicole's work resides at the intersection of sound, visual art, and language—continually transforming in the embrace of curiosity and unwavering attention to detail.

In Nicole's eyes, art is at its best when slow-grown; she revels in iterative projects that allow ample time and ample space for layers of complexity to breathe, develop and blossom. Nicole's creative practice is interdependent with her community of long-term collaborators and partners, mutually tending shared ideas and curiosities while growing alongside each other throughout the process.

Collaborations of the upcoming season include performances with the Atlanta Symphony, the New Jersey Symphony through the Edward T. Cone Institute, performers of the Albany Symphony, a residency with NeuroArts Productions to create a concert-length staged music theater work, and the creation of a new chamber opera with Marinette Gomez (Lyric Opera of Chicago) and the University of North Florida.

Nicole has received commissions from esteemed organizations such as the Music Teacher's National Association (MI chapter) and the National Association for Teaching Singing. Past highlights include her work with Haven Trio through Connecticut Summerfest, her collaboration with FLYDLPHN, and recognition in Sinta Quartet's annual composer competition.

Nicole is an active performer, contributing piano and vocals to my salamander, a pluralistic band that moves fluidly between indie, folk, math rock, and live improvisation. my salamander's debut album is expected late 2025.