Sterling Nasa

Sterling Nasa

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Sterling Nasa is a 21-year-old university student who unexpectedly stepped into the spotlight when he was called on stage to play the celeste during the opening night of Justin Hurwitz's La La Land in Concert in Sydney, after a musician fell ill. Nasa, who has previously performed in amateur productions, showcased his talent and improvisation skills, earning applause from the audience and praise from Hurwitz.

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Sterling Nasa, a 21-year-old political science and international studies student, unexpectedly became a star after performing at a film music concert.

Študent iz občinstva je rešil koncert in postal zvezda (VIDEO)
Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959·SloveniaSlovenia· 2026-06-02
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21-year-old Sterling Nasa was brought up on stage to join an orchestral performance of the 'La La Land' soundtrack in Sydney.

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CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2026-06-02
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Sterling Nasa took the stage after Oscar-winning composer and conductor Justin Hurwitz asked if there was an 'amazing sight reader' in the audience.

Audience member takes over from sick keyboardist at Sydney La La Land concert – video | Sydney
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-01
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Sterling Nasa, a 21-year-old university student, stepped in to perform at Justin Hurwitz's La La Land concert when a musician fell ill.

How a 21-year-old audience member, Sterling Nasa, saved Oscar winner Justin Hurwitz’s La La Land concert
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-05-31
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