Niccolo Angioni

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Netherlands (residence), Italy (citizenship)
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Niccolò Angioni (IT) is a versatile trumpet player, composer, and arranger based in The Hague, Netherlands. Starting piano at age 6 and trumpet at 11, he completed his classical studies in Florence before discovering his passion for jazz and improvised music. A graduate of the Royal Conservatory of The Hague, Niccolò is now finalizing his Master’s in Jazz Composition, where he explores innovative approaches to composition with live visuals. His talent has earned him recognition as the winner of the Just Jazz Contest 2023 (NL) and commissions from Gaudeamus (NL) and Metropole Orkest (NL). He has also been a finalist twice at the Barga Jazz Competition for Arrangers (IT) and at the Black Pencil Prize 2023 (NL). His master research proposal has been awarded by the De Zaaier grant in 2024. (more info at www.niccoloangioni.com, Instagram: @niccupls)

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  • Wave Creatures (2025) author(s): Niccolo Angioni published in: KC Research Portal
    This research explores the intersection of art and technology through the innovative use of the oscilloscope in musical composition and performance. Originally a tool for scientific and industrial applications, the oscilloscope’s ability to transform electrical signals into dynamic visual patterns offers a unique opportunity for audio-visual expression. This study is motivated by a fascination with the device’s aesthetic and philosophical potential, as well as its capacity to bridge sound and image, creating a multisensory artistic experience. The central research questions guiding this investigation are: How can the oscilloscope be incorporated into compositional practice? Can it function as both a compositional tool and a live performance instrument? Is integration with acoustic instruments feasible, and how does it operate within an ensemble context? Through a combination of historical-theoretical research and practical experimentation, this study researches how the oscilloscope can indeed serve as a tool for composition, a performative instrument, and a collaborative element in mixed acoustic-electronic ensembles. The findings highlight the oscilloscope’s potential to redefine traditional musical practices, offering new dimensions of creativity and interaction, bringing unexplored possibilities along with strict limits and challenges. This research contributes to the growing field of multimedia art, providing insights for composers and performers interested in exploring the translation of sound to image, and technology.
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