Qualified with a Master Degree in Composition for Orchestras for Film and TV and a first class honours Degree in Music Production, Nathan has a passion for creating impactful and emotive musical compositions. Nathan specialises in composing music in a variety of musical styles and genres using various plugins and DAWs, and has a good understanding of music production, theory, composition techniques, orchestration and arrangement. During his academic journey in music composition, Nathan actively sought opportunities to expand his practical experience and showcase his work. He has collaborated with fellow musicians and composers on various projects. Beyond his academic achievements, Nathan’s passion for music extends to providing mix and mastering services to musicians in his own home studio. He is a drummer in a band and has produced a rock album as the drummer and songwriter of the band. He has also created and produced his own electronic dance music album. Nathan’s website shows many examples of his work: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Nathan Brannon

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Qualified with a Master Degree in Composition for Orchestras for Film and TV and a first class honours Degree in Music Production, Nathan has a passion for creating impactful and emotive musical compositions. Nathan specialises in composing music in a variety of musical styles and genres using various plugins and DAWs, and has a good understanding of music production, theory, composition techniques, orchestration and arrangement. During his academic journey in music composition, Nathan actively sought opportunities to expand his practical experience and showcase his work. He has collaborated with fellow musicians and composers on various projects. Beyond his academic achievements, Nathan’s passion for music extends to providing mix and mastering services to musicians in his own home studio. He is a drummer in a band and has produced a rock album as the drummer and songwriter of the band. He has also created and produced his own electronic dance music album. Nathan’s website shows many examples of his work: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Qualified with a Master Degree in Composition for Orchestras for Film and TV and a first class honours Degree in Music Production, Nathan has a passion for creating impactful and emotive musical compositions.

Nathan specialises in composing music in a variety of musical styles and genres using various plugins and DAWs, and has a good understanding of music production, theory, composition techniques, orchestration and arrangement.

During his academic journey in music composition, Nathan actively sought opportunities to expand his practical experience and showcase his work. He has collaborated with fellow musicians and composers on various projects.

Beyond his academic achievements, Nathan’s passion for music extends to providing mix and mastering services to musicians in his own home studio. He is a drummer in a band and has produced a rock album as the drummer and songwriter of the band. He has also created and produced his own electronic dance music album.

Nathan’s website shows many examples of his work: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Media Composer at Iaya Productions
November 1, 2024 - December 12, 2024
Writer and producer Ella Augustin from Iaya Productions, commissioned Nathan to compose, produce, mix and master the musical soundtrack/score for her latest short film, "Playing Cards."
Meida Composer at BBC- Ed Edwards
April 10, 2024 - May 4, 2024
Nathan was commissioned by award-winning Writer and Creative Director Ed Edwards to compose, produce, mix and master an electronic dance piece of music for a video showcased at the 2025 London Fashion Show.

Education

Composing for Orchestras for Film & TV - Masters Degree at University of West London
September 22, 2023

Qualifications

Masters in MMus Composition for Orchestra for Film and TV
September 26, 2022 - September 29, 2023
First Class BA (Hons) in Music Production (JAMES accredited)
September 23, 2019 - July 29, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    uniE608 Nathan Brannon's Showreel
    Experience the captivating showcase of Nathan Brannon's musical mastery, featuring a diverse collection of his compositional achievements. Dive into the art of expert mixing and mastering, and explore the brilliance of his creative journey.
    uniE608 Playing Cards (Original Film Music By Nathan Brannon)
    Ella Augustin, a distinguished writer and producer at Iaya Productions, commissioned Nathan to compose a film score for her short film "Playing Cards." This composition is set to feature at five major film festivals in 2025, including the BFI London Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, Raindance Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and the Venice Film Festival. Throughout the project, Ella and Nathan engaged in numerous detailed Zoom sessions, to meticulously ensure that each composition Nathan created perfectly encapsulated the essence of her film. Nathan not only met Ella's expectations but exceeded them. At the project's outset, he was tasked with drafting a list of rough conceptual ideas for the music. Remarkably, within just one week, Nathan had composed six out of the eight pieces, impressing Ella with their alignment to her vision. His intuitive understanding of the film allowed him to craft a score reminiscent of a British TV drama, offering an ambient drama style that suited the film exquisitely. ​ This project provided Nathan with the opportunity to explore unconventional instrumentation combined with traditional pop elements, allowing him to create a unique soundscape that diverged from traditional orchestral music. Ella was so impressed with his work that she expressed her intention to collaborate with him on her forthcoming project.
    uniE608 Kiti Fashion Showreel (Music By Nathan Brannon)
    Award-winning writer and creative director Ed Edwards, renowned for his work with brands like Lynx, Levi's, Marmite, Dove, Audi, Jaguar, BBC, and Ben & Jerry's, has received over 100 major advertising accolades for top London agencies such as BBH, FALLON, CHI, and BMP DDB. Recently, Ed was entrusted with creating a video for a 2025 London Fashion Show. He selected and commissioned Nathan Brannon to compose an electronic dance music piece specifically for this project. ​ This collaboration was a great opportunity for Nathan. He infused the composition with his rich DJ/producer EDM background as Alora, crafting a piece that stood out from his typical work. The result was a vibrant fusion described as "The Devil Wears Prada meets The Substance," delivering a sensual and high-energy soundtrack that beautifully highlights the essence of fashion. Ed was thrilled with the outcome, praising it as the perfect embodiment of their vision for the show, stating, "This is perfect. I love it. It captures the essence of what we want for fashion perfectly."
    uniE608 BBC News Intro (Music By Nathan Brannon)
    This musical composition, which I have composed, produced, mixed, and mastered for personal enjoyment, serves as a showcase of my abilities as a media composer. I absolutely love the creative process behind this piece. It was so much fun composing this piece.
    uniE608 Universal Studios 100 Year Anniversary Trailer (Music By Nathan Brannon)
    This musical composition, which I have composed, produced, mixed, and mastered for personal enjoyment, serves as a showcase of my abilities as a media composer. I derive great satisfaction from the creative process involved in crafting this piece.
    uniE603 Nathan Brannon - Composed & Conducted "Chaos": A Live String Ensemble for Client Dr. Simone Spagnolo
    Dr. Simone Spagnolo, an esteemed Italian composer, curated a seven-string ensemble to enliven orchestral works within intimate settings. In a unique collaboration, Dr. Spagnolo commissioned Nathan Brannon to compose an original score to highlight the exceptional playing style of the ensemble. This commission granted Brannon the extraordinary opportunity to conduct and record his composition professionally alongside Dr. Spagnolo and the talented ensemble at Ealing House recording studio in West London. Nathan Brannon's composition was distinguished by its remarkable style and depth, aligning seamlessly with the ensemble's artistic vision. The outcome was a breathtaking, unique musical work that not only showcased the ensemble's talents but also celebrated Brannon's creativity and compositional expertise.
    uniE603 Timothy Schwarz's Album 'Imaginary Beings' ft. Composer Nathan Brannon
    American composer and conductor Timothy Schwarz was launching his new album titled "Imaginary Beings" released under London Noise Records, featuring solo violin pieces inspired by mythical creatures, each composed by a different commissioned composer/artist (including Nathan Brannon). During the production, Schwarz and the contributing composers engaged in extensive collaborative sessions. Furthermore, Nathan had the pleasure of personally liaising with Schwarz, overseeing remote communications from London to Los Angeles to perfect Nathan's composition to his exacting standard and likening—an extraordinary experience.
    uniE603 Nathan Brannon - Client Liam Timney for "Midnight Reverie"
    Liam Timney, a valued client of Nathan Brannon, engaged Nathan’s services to enhance a musical piece initially composed and recorded for Liam's artistic portfolio. Upon completing the recording, Liam sought Nathan’s professional expertise for the mixing process, confident in Nathan's extensive experience and technical proficiency. Additionally, Liam commissioned Nathan to compose drum tracks to enhance the piece, leveraging Nathan's access to state-of-the-art equipment. Nathan approached the project with dedication and enthusiasm, channeling his expertise into the mixing, mastering, and composition phases. The collaboration was both fulfilling and successful, culminating in a final product that exceeded Liam’s expectations and highlighted Nathan's skill and commitment.
    uniE603 Nathan Brannon - Client Alexander Hughes for “Kiri (A Blade Runner Story)”
    Nathan Brannon was commissioned by Alexander Hughes through Twine for his project "Kiri," a captivating comic book narrative inspired by the Blade Runner/Cyberpunk genre. Nathan's task was to compose a musical theme that would not only enhance but also vividly bring to life the unique world-building elements of this story. The creative journey was both thrilling and rewarding, involving an innovative integration of advanced digital instruments like Nexus2 and Kontakt, complemented by authentic guitars and drum sounds. The outcome was a meticulously crafted, dark and futuristic Hip-Hop cinematic piece, reminiscent of the legendary composers Hans Zimmer and Ludwig Göransson. Overall the work was met with high praise from Alexander, reflecting the project's success and the fulfilment of its creative vision.