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Upstate NY's Natalie Kurgan, who performs under the moniker Nocturnne, features songwriting known for her sweet blend of indie-folk and lilting vocals, steeped in a cross between 60s nostalgia and 90s angst. Nocturnne's songs draw from her connection to herself and the Earth, her love for travel and adventure, and her passion for environmentalism, humanitarianism, and activism. She is an advocate for sufferers of invisible illnesses as someone that has a chronic illness herself (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome).
Born and raised just outside of Cleveland, Ohio, she now calls the Adirondack Mountains of northern NY home. When not wandering the mountains and lakes and writing new music, she works as an engineer, having earned a doctorate degree with experience in multiple fields of Engineering.
"Relatively new to the Capital Region, singer-songwriter Nocturnne is making it a quick habit to get out there, and get out there fast...Singing, and writing songs that center around evocative imagery that’s supported by plaintive, yet effective instrumentation, she’s settling in rather quickly to this area. Doing all of this with no hindrances would be one thing, but managing to do this while mitigating her condition of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome - and autoimmune connective tissue disorder - makes the young artist’s story that much more compelling."
Music
Music
"Nocturnne's latest song Proximity is a heartfelt account of cheating death or meeting it, delivered with a triumphant melody and the vocal force of a delicate freefall." - Liam Sweeney, Xperience Monthly
"Nocturnne's latest song Proximity is a heartfelt account of cheating death or meeting it, delivered with a triumphant melody and the vocal force of a delicate freefall." - Liam Sweeney, Xperience Monthly
My debut 6-track EP features simple folk songs with a message to bring us all back down to Earth. Released in 2023, this album came just 1 year after I wrote my first song - Caroline - and has set me on course to pursue music as a full-time venture.
Now I'm in the studio working on a full album, expanding my sound and exploring new themes, styles, and collaborations. I'm releasing songs from this project one at a time as singles - you can find Proximity, Enough is Enough, and If I Were A Bird everywhere music streams. Whatever may come from it, you will find that signature Nocturnne wistfulness that yearns for all of your Wanderful Dreams to come true.
"Nocturnnes’ wistful musical style pays homage to the golden age of folk music in the 1960s and 1970s, music she grew up with her parents listening to. Her songs are filled with relatable storytelling, delicate angelic vocals, and enticing harmonies at just the right moments."
Highlights
Highlights
2022 -
I wrote my first song!
Played in a Songwriting Circle on stage at the Finger Lakes Grass Roots festival
Released my first single, Caroline
2023 -
Released my 6-track EP Wanderful Dreams and relocated to the Saratoga Springs NY area and began establishing myself in the music community.
2024 -
Performed in solo gigs regularly throughout the year and wrote prolifically
Organized my own online songwriting circle to bring people together and motivate songwriters to write and share new music
2025 -
I was commissioned to write a new song and perform for the 2025 People and Peaks event to celebrate the Adirondack Mountain Club in September 2025
Released 2 new singles with a new producer (David Tyo) as part of a larger full-album release (If I Were A Bird and Enough is Enough)
Collaborated with local artist Shannon Tehya and wrote and recorded a protest song (SUE ME) in a single day to protest predatory pay-to-play music "festival" MiniFEST
2026 -
Listen Up award nominee for Favorite Indie Artist of the Year
Eddy Award nominee for Alt/Indie Artist of the Year
Formed an event production company with fellow artists (Troupe Productions) and produced our first monthly series called Indie Whims - an introvert-friendly music showcase featuring 3 different local artists and welcomes attendees to bring a craft to work on while enjoying the music.
"Embodying all the best parts of the folk genre, she’s leaned on her dynamic vocals to create a specific vibe, all the while putting on a masterclass in songwriting and storytelling."
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