Biography
Through the Lens of Experience
Nikola is a composer, conductor, and pianist specializing in film, television, and video game music. He has conducted and recorded original music at Air Studios in London and with the Budapest Art Orchestra, as well as worked as a session conductor for FAME’S in North Macedonia, an orchestral recording studio for visual media. His film scores have accompanied performances by renowned Serbian actors, adding musical depth to their storytelling.
Recognized for his versatility, he has performed as a pianist and improviser at prestigious venues across Europe and contributed to several albums. As a graduate of Berklee College of Music, he continues to collaborate internationally as a composer, orchestrator, conductor, and pianist, with upcoming projects set for release in 2025.
Education
Master of Arts in Scoring for Film, TV and Video Games - Berklee College of Music, Valencia
2023-2024
Master of Arts in Choral and Orchestral Conducting - University of Arts, Belgrade
2022-2023
Bachelor of Arts in Choral and Orchestral Conducting - University of Arts, Belgrade
2018-2022
Awards
International & National Competitions
International Competitions:
- International Piano Competition “Davorin Jenko” – 3rd Prize (2017)
- 20th International Competition of Young Pianists in Sabac – 3rd Prize (2016)
- 13th International Festival – School of Music “Petar Stojanovic“ – 1st Prize (2015)
- 11th International Festival – School of Music “Petar Stojanovic“ – 1st Prize (2013)
- International Piano Competition “Citta Di Gorizia” – 2nd Prize (2013)
National Competitions:
- National Competition of Music Schools of Serbia (Piano) – 2nd Prize (2017)
- National Competition of Music Schools of Serbia (Non-Classical Ensembles) – 1st Prize (2017)
- National Competition of Students of Music and Ballet Schools of Serbia (Duo with Piano) – 1st Prize (2014)
- National Competition of Students of Music and Ballet Schools of Serbia – 2nd Prize (2013)
School of Music Competitions:
- “Kosta Manojlovic” School Piano Competition – 1st Prize (2017)
- “Kosta Manojlovic” School Piano Competition – 1st Prize (2014)
- “Kosta Manojlovic” School Piano Competition – 1st Prize (2013)
- “Binicki” School Competition – 2nd Prize (2012)
- “Kosta Manojlovic” School Competition – 1st Prize (2011)