Nadya is an artist that hails from Harlem, New York City. Born to
immigrant Dominican parents, she was surrounded by various
forms of music from Latin and Caribbean to church music as long
as she could remember. Music and the arts are not foreign to this
young woman who at an early age was surrounded by a sense
of culture. The blaring of Merengue, Salsa and Soul music from
apartments and parked cars sparked a distinctive interest in
Nadya.
Nadya began singing at an early age at church functions, where
she experienced her first Disney and Broadway musical theatre
experience. The youngest of five brothers, including a twin
brother, she developed an identity and passion for the arts. It
became more than a pastime; it was an endeavor.
Throughout high school Nadya developed her acting and
singing. She played leading roles in several school productions.
As a teenager, her church background enabled her to sing and
travel on a mission’s trip to Ecuador with her church’s youth
band. It was during this time that Nadya recognized the impact
music could have on people with a hunger for real music and
true lyricism.
Before pursuing her career in music, she attended and graduated
from Fairfield University in Connecticut. During college she
traveled and sang with the university choir. Also, as a featured
soloist, she led in the university’s production of “Pippin.” During
this era, Nadya developed an eclectic sound and appreciation for
urban sounds. She majored in English and while taking on
creative writing, developed as a writer and was still able to
concentrate on the Spanish language. Having been away from
New York City, she grew to have a deeper understanding as an
individual and artist.
Nadya is a lover of music ranging from Hip-Hop to Jazz. Deep
grooves and boleros have shaped her style and musical
signature. To date, she continues to perform and work with up
and coming producers on creating a new sound and original
lyrics. In addition, she works alongside her twin brother “ENC”, a
musician and producer, performing backup vocals for his Latin
funk band. As a developing independent artist she realizes the
demand for originality and true soul.
Nadya joins BHTC Music to contribute her true soulful sound.
She has partnered up with New York DJ/Producer Dave Perez, as
a vocal artist, to add that flavor to his House music. Her addition
to the Brooklyn House & Trance Company adds a unique style to
any track she is given to work with. Nadya works to develop a
groundbreaking hybrid sound of Soul, Latin and American culture
through her music.