I am Nina Sari Ishak, an Indonesian composer, producer, and music director passionate about creating impactful and emotive music. With extensive experience performing across Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Australia, and the USA, I collaborate with creatives, commercial brands, and artistic directors on diverse musical projects. My expertise spans creative direction, concept development, talent cultivation, and strategic leadership within the creative industry. As a multi-instrumentalist proficient in piano, clarinet, accordion, guitar, and bass, I approach music-making with remarkable versatility, emotional depth, and sensitivity. Beyond production and performance, I am the creator of LeLap, a music-for-sleeping product featuring soothing music to provide comfort and healing, which has been featured in Singapore Airlines' in-flight entertainment, amplifying my mission to bring music from Asia to global listeners.

Nina Sari Ishak

I am Nina Sari Ishak, an Indonesian composer, producer, and music director passionate about creating impactful and emotive music. With extensive experience performing across Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Australia, and the USA, I collaborate with creatives, commercial brands, and artistic directors on diverse musical projects. My expertise spans creative direction, concept development, talent cultivation, and strategic leadership within the creative industry. As a multi-instrumentalist proficient in piano, clarinet, accordion, guitar, and bass, I approach music-making with remarkable versatility, emotional depth, and sensitivity. Beyond production and performance, I am the creator of LeLap, a music-for-sleeping product featuring soothing music to provide comfort and healing, which has been featured in Singapore Airlines' in-flight entertainment, amplifying my mission to bring music from Asia to global listeners.

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I am Nina Sari Ishak, an Indonesian composer, producer, and music director passionate about creating impactful and emotive music. With extensive experience performing across Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Australia, and the USA, I collaborate with creatives, commercial brands, and artistic directors on diverse musical projects. My expertise spans creative direction, concept development, talent cultivation, and strategic leadership within the creative industry.

As a multi-instrumentalist proficient in piano, clarinet, accordion, guitar, and bass, I approach music-making with remarkable versatility, emotional depth, and sensitivity. Beyond production and performance, I am the creator of LeLap, a music-for-sleeping product featuring soothing music to provide comfort and healing, which has been featured in Singapore Airlines’ in-flight entertainment, amplifying my mission to bring music from Asia to global listeners.

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Work Experience

Founder, Music Producer, Composer at Stretta Music Production
January 1, 2020 - Present
Lead a music production team specializing in TV commercials, jingles, soundtracks, and screen scoring. Oversee creative direction, collaborative works, recording sessions, and music licensing for commercial use.
Founder, Music Director at Stretta Live
March 1, 2011 - Present
Develop original music concepts for concerts, theatrical works, and musical productions. Oversee music curation, band arrangements, and the overall direction of live performances tailored to client needs.
Artist Endorsee at Yamaha Music Indonesia
January 1, 2020 - August 25, 2025
Appointed as an official Yamaha Artist, representing the brand through performances, clinics, and educational workshops.
Program Coordinator at Relevant Leadership Academy
July 1, 2018 - August 25, 2025
Developed curriculum and training programs for church music and production teams.
Head of Program Development at Unlimited Worship
August 1, 2016 - August 25, 2025
Taught jazz piano and music theory to teens and adults.
Piano Teacher at Gitanada School of Music
March 1, 2015 - August 25, 2025
Taught music theory, ear training, music appreciation, and jazz piano. Served as academic advisor for Grade 12 students on academic progress, university preparation, and career planning.
Academic Advisor, Music Teacher at Pelita Harapan University College
June 1, 2014 - August 25, 2025

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Piano Performance at Conservatory of Music, Pelita Harapan University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
Student Exchange Program focusing on Orchestral Conducting, Classical Piano, and Clarinet at Ouachita Baptist University, USA
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Certification in Music Leadership at Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester, USA
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Music Leadership Academy Certification
January 1, 2018 - August 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, Travel & Hospitality