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Alexander Hoholm is a Research Fellow and PhD candidate at the University of Stavanger's Faculty of Performing Arts, Department of Jazz, Dance, PPU and Music Production. His academic work centers on artistic research within jazz improvisation and ensemble performance contexts, specifically exploring relative time perception in collective musical creation through his PhD project "Trancing Frequencies".
His educational foundation includes:
- PhD in Artistic Development (2022-present), University of Stavanger
- Master in Performance (Jazz and Improvisation, 2015-2017), Norwegian Academy of Music
- Bachelor in Jazz Performance (and PPU, 2010-2014), University of Stavanger
- Fhs, Jazz Line (2009-2010), Toneheim fhs
Hoholm's research investigates the intricate temporal relationships within improvising ensembles, examining how musicians negotiate time perception during spontaneous composition. His work bridges theoretical artistic research with practical performance, focusing on the cognitive and social dynamics that shape collective musical time. This research contributes to broader understandings of human interaction through the lens of musical improvisation.
Analysis of his 2023-2024 artistic outputs reveals a consistent focus on collaborative jazz performance across diverse settings. His work with the Orchestra for Composing Musicians (OJKOS) and Martin Nodeland Quartet demonstrates sophisticated ensemble communication, particularly in polyrhythmic and time-based improvisational frameworks. These productions span major Norwegian festivals (Vossajazz, Fjordjazz), historic venues (Fuglen Gamlebyen), and academic contexts (Artistic Research Forum), highlighting his dual commitment to performance excellence and scholarly contribution.
No scientific awards are documented in available sources.
Hoholm's professional activities show no evidence of formal student advising or externally funded research grants. His primary scholarly contribution occurs through practice-based research integrated with performance.
He maintains active membership in multiple musical collectives including the Orchestra for Composing Musicians in Oslo (OJKOS), Martin Nodeland Quartet, and various ad-hoc ensembles. These groups function as living laboratories for his research, providing real-world contexts to test theories of ensemble time perception through regular performances, recordings, and festival appearances across Scandinavia.
