Nathalie Bonin

The Making of "Aspirations"

“...powerful, thought-provoking”

Jonathan Widran, The JW Vibe, September 6th 2023

“Gorgeous work! It should serve as the “script” for a movie by Terrence Malick...”

Steve Chagollan, August 25th 2023

Nathalie Bonin's virtuosic violin performances and her compositions in "Aspiration" weave such a vivid narrative that the entire album takes on the quality of a mesmerizing collection of short stories. As you immerse yourself in the music, you're transported to a world where you can simply close your eyes and let the pieces gently unfurl stories that seem to be whispered directly into your ears.

Arashk Azizi, September 4th 2023

With "Aspirations," Nathalie Bonin has established herself as an exceptional musician and an artist with a unique vision. Her album conveys a message of hope, perseverance and belief in the realization of one's dreams.

Espressioni Musicali, September 3rd 2023

Today, I share with you a profound and transformative journey that commenced in the year 2015.

Aspirations: the calling of the soul.

Guided by the alluring whispers of possibilities, I took a leap of faith fueled by an unwavering desire to fulfill my life's mission.

It is with great pleasure that I present to you the story of this extraordinary odyssey through "Aspirations," a musical compilation that encapsulates the chapters of my life during the past seven years since I decided to pursue my dreams in the vibrant city of Los Angeles.

At the break of dawn, amidst the gentle murmur of inspiration, I embarked on this path with an innocent and carefree spirit, choosing to follow the rhythm of my heart. "Aspirations" chronicles the myriad emotions and experiences that have shaped my existence in this vast expanse of time.

It unveils a narrative that traverses the realms of blissful romance and heart-wrenching betrayals, the soaring heights and stumbling blocks of my career, a near fatal accident and the tumultuous challenges posed by the chaos of wars and the relentless pandemic that enveloped the world.

Undoubtedly, this voyage has been marked by uncertainty and ambiguity, but even in the face of adversity, I remained resolute, buoyed by the tenacity of my spirit and the enduring aspirations that resided deep within my soul.

In each composition, carefully woven into the fabric of "Aspirations," you will find a glimpse of my story, a testament to the intricate tapestry of events that have unfolded in these eventful seven years. Through the music, I invite you to join me on this introspective and transformative expedition, where hope served as a beacon, guiding me forward through the labyrinthine passages of life.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for sharing in the celebration of "Aspirations." It is my sincerest hope that through this musical journey, we can find common threads that bind us as fellow travelers in the enigmatic voyage of life.

Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to immersing you in the melodies that echo the

aspirations of my heart.

Music and musicians

Composer: Nathalie Bonin

Orchestrator: Tracie Turnbull

Score Prep: Jill Streater

Solo Violin: Nathalie Bonin

Conductor: James Brett

Piano: Paul Bateman

Harp: Auriel Pawsey

Strings Contractor: Isobel Griffiths Ltd

Recording session wrangler: Lucy Keyes

Orchestra Leader: Clio Gould

Abbey Road

Recording Engineer: John Barrett

ProTools Operator: Dan Hayden

PT Assistant: Marta Di Nozzi

School Farm Studio

Recoording Engineer: Stefano Civetta

ProTools Assistant: Hester James

Making Of Artist Video:

Director/Videographer: Jordan Rawi

Audio Network

Founder/Producer: Andrew Sunnucks

Chief Creative Officer/Producer: Ali Johnson

Global Head of Music Ops: Gemma Guy

Head Of Music Production: Lucy Keyes

Composer Project Coordinator: Auriel Pawsey

Mix Engineer: Ren Swan

Mastering Engineer: Christopher Brooke

Cover Art:

Photography: Maxine Bowen

Colorist: Amy MaHale

Hair/Makeup: Laura Raczka

Audio Network Video Production:

Producer/Director: Charlotte Valerio

Thank you to the Quebec Government Office in London, The Delegation of Quebec in Los Angeles and the High Commission of Canada in London for their support.

Agent: Natalia Gonzalez, IAG

ngonzalez@independentartistgroup.com

+1 310.228.5867

NATHALIE BONIN

Composer - Violinist - Producer