Dr. Anders Nilsson

Biography

Anders Nilsson is a Senior Researcher at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on the field of Musical Performance Interpretation. He earned a master's degree in 2001 and a doctorate in the subject in 2011. His dissertation addressed the possibilities of designing and playing digital musical instruments. Nilsson has led the Systemic Improvisation project, which received funding from the Swedish Research Council, and has developed theoretical models for the aesthetics of specific types of technologically mediated ensemble improvisation. He explores music creation, particularly improvisation, and is interested in the role of ambiguity in music. He has had an extensive career in both academia and music performance, serving as the director of HSM's Lindbladstudion and holding positions as deputy head of research at the University of Stage and Music. Nilsson has been an invited visiting scholar at various prestigious institutions in the USA, including Stanford University and UC Berkeley, and has authored articles for professional magazines. He is an active performer, collaborating with numerous artists and bands, and has released several CDs, evidenced by his contributions in both the performance and academic spheres.

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