Natasha Pasternak is a Canadian-born and raised, Los Angeles-based songwriter, producer, performer, and educator whose career spans music creation, industry leadership, and artist development. Classically trained at the Randolph College for the Performing Arts in Toronto, she first gained recognition as cofounder of the acclaimed indie pop band Hands & Teeth. The band toured extensively and performed at major festivals including SXSW, POP Montreal, NXNE, Canadian Music Week, and Halifax POP, with their music featured internationally on outlets such as CBC, BBC, MTV, and MuchMusic.

Beyond performing, Natasha has built an influential career shaping the next generation of songwriters and musicians. She is the Director of the Popular Music Conservatory at the Orange County School of the Arts and a professor of songwriting at the USC Thornton School of Music. She also developed songwriting curriculum pathways and lectured at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, creating innovative programming for emerging artists.

Natasha is a cofounder of the Los Angeles chapter of the global nonprofit Women in Music and a cofounder of the annual High School Songwriters Summit, initiatives dedicated to creating opportunities and community for the next generation of music creators. She has been selected for prestigious mentorship programs including ASCAP’s Harold Adamson Songwriters Workshop and will serve on faculty at Grammy Camp, continuing her work mentoring and supporting young artists.

As an artist, Natasha releases music under the name Natasha Jasmine. Her upcoming EP WAVES is her most personal work to date, an intimate exploration of grief, loss, and healing following the passing of her parents. Through atmospheric soundscapes and deeply honest songwriting, the project reflects her belief that music can be both storytelling and a path toward transformation.

Through her work as a performer, educator, and creative leader, Natasha Pasternak continues to bridge artistry and mentorship, empowering artists to find their voice and build meaningful careers in music.