[ ClassicalX ] A laptop this soprano can't refuse

When she's not on stage singing opera, Natasha Marsh can be found happily tapping away on her MacBook.

What's your favourite piece of technology?
That would definitely be my MacBook, because it's changed my life. I was a PC user before, but now I couldn't live without a Mac.

How has it improved your life?
It's my companion – I tour so much that it's my lifeline to friends and family.

When was the last time you used it, and what for?
About five minutes ago, when I was making some amendments to a concert program that I'm performing soon.

What additional features would you add if you could?
I would definitely add a mirror compact on it so I could put my makeup on in front of it before going on stage, because I always have my Mac on my dressing table wherever I am.

Do you think it will be obsolete in 10 years' time?
Absolutely not, no. My own Mac may be, because it gets so knocked about, but no, they are amazing machines and they are only getting better.

What one tip would you give to non-MacBook users?
Go and buy one now, because they're cheap and they're absolutely fantastic on all levels. It's so much easier than a PC, and they look nicer as well.

Do you consider yourself to be a luddite or a nerd?
A luddite, I'm afraid. I'm getting better, but I'm not naturally hugely excited by technology. That's probably because I never have the time to read the instructions, so I end up getting terribly frustrated.

What's the most expensive piece of technology you've ever owned?
It would probably be my Audi GT, which I only bought recently and am permanently scared of crashing.

Mac or PC?
You already know the answer to that!

What song is at the top of your iPod's top 25 most played?
At the moment I'm really into Donny Hathaway, and it's a track called I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know. It's just got the most amazing vibe.

Will robots rule the world?
Absolutely not. I think the world would definitely be a poorer place for it.

What piece of technology would you most like to own?
I've got two – probably a brand new MacBook that's already programmed with all my information on it; or, if I'm being really greedy, the new Alfa Romeo 8C in bright red, because it's rather lovely.

Natasha Marsh's self-titled new album is out now

Source: The Guardian