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About
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- Get in touch!
- Dr Nathan Cummins
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Nathan Cummins is a composer, orchestrator, conductor, and sound
+ designer based in Adelaide, South Australia. He holds a PhD in Sonic
+ Arts and Music Composition from the Elder Conservatorium of Music, and
+ his work spans concert performance, video games, film scores, and
+ interactive media.
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With a practice grounded in orchestral craft and enriched by
+ technological innovation, Nathan creates music and sound that is
+ vibrant, immersive, and deeply connected to its medium. His work
+ ranges from symphonic writing and choral music through to jazz and
+ electronic sound worlds.
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Nathan is passionate about the power of music and sound to shape
+ stories, connect communities, and transform interactive experiences.
+ Whether collaborating with game developers, film directors,
+ choreographers, or fellow composers, he brings a combination of
+ artistry, innovation, and pragmatism that makes him a versatile and
+ distinctive voice in contemporary audio.
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Composition
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At the heart of Nathan's career is composition. His concert works
+ have been performed by ensembles across Australia, and his music for
+ video games is recognised for its distinctive voice and adaptability.
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Recent projects include:
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+ Dungeons and Dining Tables: a cosy, highly orchestral score full of warmth and colour.
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+ Roc's Odyssey: an edgy, symphonic metal
+ soundtrack blending excitement with orchestral grandeur.
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+ The Lion and the Mouse: a narrative work
+ for orchestra (or wind orchestra) that aims to teach children about music
+ and the instruments of the orchestra.
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Nathan thrives on tailoring music to story and gameplay, crafting
+ scores that not only support but heighten the emotional and narrative
+ experience.
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Orchestration
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As an orchestrator, Nathan is highly sought after for his ability to
+ bring clarity, energy, and colour to music across genres. His
+ orchestrations have been performed and recorded internationally,
+ ranging from intimate chamber textures to full symphonic works.
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He is also an expert in preparing scores and parts for recording
+ sessions, with a focus on legibility and efficiency. By translating
+ the composer's intent into clear, practical sheet music, Nathan helps
+ ensembles and composers save valuable time and money while ensuring
+ players can deliver their best performance.
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Conducting
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Nathan is a versatile conductor with specialisations in concert
+ performance, video game music, and studio recording. He is one of
+ Australia’s leading directors of concerts featuring video game music,
+ and is equally at home on the podium of a symphonic performance or in
+ the precision-driven environment of a recording session.
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Highlights of his conducting work include Pixelated Symphonies, a landmark concert with the Adelaide Wind Orchestra that featured 14 newly commissioned video game arrangements by Nathan
+ himself. His repertoire as a conductor spans contemporary media music,
+ classical works, and cross-genre collaborations, always with a focus on
+ clarity, energy, and connection with performers.
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Nathan is also the Artistic Director of the Woodville Concert Band, an active, diverse, and inclusive community ensemble of around 45
+ members. Under his direction, the band has become a cultural hub,
+ reflecting the motto “music played for the community, by the
+ community.” Through performances that engage 8,000–9,000 community
+ members annually, the ensemble promotes music education, fosters
+ inclusivity, and provides a distinctive cultural offering that
+ supports local industries and artists. Nathan’s leadership has been
+ instrumental in shaping the band’s vision of accessibility, culture,
+ and community over profit, while still maintaining high artistic
+ standards.
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Sound Design
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In addition to his musical practices, Nathan is an active sound
+ designer for video games. His work is highly detailed and
+ project-specific, creating soundscapes that respond dynamically to
+ gameplay and integrate with music.
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What sets Nathan apart is his ability to bridge music, sound, and
+ technology. As a skilled software developer, he creates unique
+ in-engine solutions for audio, and has developed his own middleware
+ for FMOD that he implements across projects. This integrated approach
+ allows him to deliver innovative, seamless sound design that enhances
+ immersion.
diff --git a/src/pages/recognition.astro b/src/pages/recognition.astro
index 2611f6f..d238bb4 100644
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+++ b/src/pages/recognition.astro
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ const awards = (await getCollection("awards")).sort(
Awards and Recognition
{
- awards.map((award, index) => {
+ awards.map((award) => {
return
;
})
}