Nurdana Ernst has been officially nominated among the Top 10 in the Music category at the

Swiss Influence Award 2025, taking place on October 17, 2025, at The Hall in Zurich!

Nurdana Ernst has been officially nominated as

Musician of the Year (Strings) at the 2025 Josie Music Awards — the largest and most prestigious independent music award show in the world. Out of nearly 86,000 submissions, only the top 2.8% of artists were selected, making this recognition an incredible milestone in her journey as an independent artist. The celebration will take place at the legendary Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee on November 2, 2025.

✨ Milestone Announcement ✨

I am honored to share that my original works have been submitted for consideration at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards®.

🎶 Tomiris → Global Music Performance + Instrumental Composition
🎶 Jürek üni – The Sound of the Heart → Instrumental Composition

As a violinist and composer, my mission is to bring forward the richness of Kazakh heritage while creating immersive artistic experiences that resonate globally. Over the past year, my work has reached over 400,000 followers and over 50 million views across social media, and I have had the privilege of collaborating with partners such as Rolls-Royce, Chopard, and Swiss Helicopter.

These submissions mark a meaningful step in presenting my culture and artistic vision on an international stage. I am deeply grateful to everyone who has supported this journey and to those who continue to believe in the power of music to connect people across borders.

About me

Nurdana Ernst is a Kazakh award-winning violinist, composer, and artistic content creator living in Switzerland. With over 400,000 followers and 50 million views on social media, she has captivated global audiences through her classical and contemporary performances, as well as her innovative digital storytelling.

A Top 10 nominee at the 2025 Swiss Influencer Award (Music category) and an official Musician of the Year (Strings) nominee at the 2025 Josie Music Awards — the largest and most prestigious independent music award show in the world — Nurdana is a rising voice in high-end performance and experiential artistry. Out of nearly 86,000 submissions, only the top 2.8% of artists were selected, making this recognition an incredible milestone in her journey as an independent artist. The celebration will take place at the legendary Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee on November 2, 2025.

She has collaborated with iconic brands including Rolls-Royce, Chopard, Swiss Helicopter, and renowned luxury resorts, curating bespoke musical content that merges elegance with emotion. Holding a Master’s degree in Music Performance from the Haute École de Musique de Lausanne (HEMU) and with over six years as a soloist with acclaimed orchestras, she brings both technical mastery and artistic depth to every stage. Certified in Music Therapy by Berklee College of Music, she weaves emotional intelligence and healing into her work.

Her original compositions, including "Tomiris" and "The Voice of the Heart", both under 2026 Grammy® Consideration, reflect her Kazakh heritage and cinematic sensibility. Fusing music, visuals, fashion, and narrative design, her performances are immersive experiences that feel both intimate and iconic.

From viral violin covers to original compositions, from sunrise concerts in the Alps to her 2025 virtual audition for America’s Got Talent, Nurdana Ernst is redefining the classical artist for a new era, where sophistication meets soul.

"Jürek üni - The Voice of the Heart"

2026 Grammy® Consideration

Official Video clip, September 2024