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Nadia Cripps [Classical, Easy Listening, Soundtrack]
London (GB)
Photo by Ben Cripps
Biography
Hello. Thank you for listening to Nadia's music. Nadia is a professional musician - piano teacher, accompanist, composer and songwriter. Nadia started to compose music at the age of twelve and she composed many instrumental compositions and songs since then. Nadia's music is based on classical traditions and it's romantic, gentle and melodic. It could be used in films, animation, theatre productions, radio programmes, documentaries and advertisements. It could be performed, gigged and played and sang on functions like literary parties, weddings and birthdays. Nadia's music is very positive and it's always inspired. Nadia's songs are written in different genres including theatre/stage, ballad, country and children's songs. In 2000 Nadia was awarded an M.Phil. in composition (King Alfred's College, Winchester).

Nadia has published over thirty articles on various composers and their works.


Nadia is a finalist in Song Of The Year Songwriting Contest (April 2006) and UK Songwriting Contest (2008 and 2009).

Images for the songs were taken by Ben Cripps ©2008. All songs and instrumentals are copyright protected. If anyone is interested in performing or recording any of the compositions, please send Nadia a message. Thank you.

"A Little Fairytale" (C) 2003. Music by Nadia Cripps. This composition was recorded by Andrea Morris. I was playing on her keyboard. I initially called it I Dream of Christmas.

"Daydreaming" (C) 2008. Music by Nadia Cripps. Recorded by Nadia and Ben Cripps. Nadia Cripps (piano). Music was composed to a lyric by Lee Streitz with the same title.
This song reached semi-finals in UK Songwriting Contest in 2009.

"Dream"(C) 2000. Music by Nadia Cripps. Recorded and produced with a help of my husband, Tony Cripps. I still don't know what to call it. I had an idea to call it "A fixed Idea" or "The Land of Robots" but I still don't know what would best decribe the music which I initially composed on the piano.

"Sleep, Little King"(C)2004. Lyrics and music by Nadia Cripps. Recorded by Nadia Cripps. Gemma Louise Edwards (voice), Nadia Cripps (piano). This song also reached semi-finals in UK Songwriting Contest in 2008 scoring 7 out of 10.

"Sunny Day"(C)2000. Music by Nadia Cripps. Recorded and produced by Jono Buchanan. Natasha Cuevas (clarinet) and Nadia Cripps (piano), submitted for my composition portfolio for MPhil in composition (awarded Mphil in 2000), reached semi-finals in UK Songwriting Contest in 2008 scoring 7 out of 10.

"Gone With The Wave"(C)2005. Music and lyrics by Nadia Cripps. Julia Dewhurds (voice), Nadia Cripps (piano). Recorded by Nadia Cripps. This song reached Finals in UK Songwriting Contest (2008).

"So Sad To Say Good Bye To You" (C) 2005. Music/keyboard by Nadia Cripps.

"Dance Rehearsal" (C) 2010. Music/Piano by Nadia Cripps.

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(A) Beach Bum Pirate   
(2010-01-15 06:58:56)
Hello Nadia, Just wanted to say Hi, and let you know I sent a couple of songs in your direction to mess with. Let me know what you think. Have a Wonderful Day!!~~_/)~~
(A) ROB'S BASS CAFE!   
(2009-12-31 08:04:16)
Hi Nadia, a big 55555 from me for your great showcase and a wonderful 2010! Rob, Belgium xxx
(A) Beach Bum Pirate   
(2009-12-08 19:43:57)
Hey Nadia, It would be an Honor to work together on something. I feel that I am below your standards in the music. Thanks for building me up tho. Find me On Facebook. ~~~_/)~~~ www.stardzines.com
(A) Airika Productions   
(2009-10-30 14:46:58)
Very nice music, and matched well with the pictures of serenity. Your songwriting resume speaks for itself, those are remarkable achievements. Great work ^5.
(2009-10-18 13:10:09)
Hi Nadia , I found you on Soundclick and my slow dial-up only permitted a portion of All These Things . Sounded awfully good and wonder if you were the beautiful voice ? Vol of voice was very low . Netsinger
(P) Susieque   
(2009-10-12 08:36:35)
Nadia Being a piano player, I wish I could play like you! Your music is relaxing and right on!
(A) Robyn   
(2009-09-24 10:40:27)
Hi Nadia, Just stopping by to take a listen and say hi. I enjoyed your showcase and Ben' photos as usual and I appreciate your gift. Have a wonderful day. Keep blessing us with your gift of music.
(A) Dave Rice   
(2009-08-30 13:25:37)
It's wonderful to hear your music. Absolutely delightful.
(2009-08-29 06:14:18)
I could listen to you play ALL day!!! I love the idea of the fishtank too - 555!!!
(A) Rye Whiskey   
(2009-06-24 23:15:54)
good kicking

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