Nanjala's Sonic Seance

Nanjala is a dedicated pianist studying under powerhouse concert pianist Olga Kern at the Manhattan School of Music. She has been honored by the Gustav Mahler Piano Prize and is a successive winner of the Young Musicians Competition. Having achieved distinction in ABRSM Grades 1-8 in her foundational years, Nanjala continues to refine her artistry through both performance and study. Her musical journey has been profoundly shaped by the women who have guided and influenced her. She has had the privilege of participating in masterclasses with Anna Magdalena Kokits and Chantal Balestri and studying under the mentorship of Winnie Mureithi, Hannah Emmrich, and Younkyung Kim. Each of these women brings a unique, nuanced approach to music-making, and their influence can be heard in Nanjala's own performances, which draw upon an intimate, sensitive interpretation of sound. Through her concept of ‘sonic séance,’ Nanjala strives to create a space where both performer…