Jon Bellona

Jon Bellona is an Assistant Professor of Music Technology at the University of Oregon's School of Music and Dance. He serves as co-director of Harmonic Laboratory and specializes in digital technologies, data sonification, and environmental sound art.

• PhD in Music (2018), University of Virginia
• MA in Music (2015), University of Virginia
• MMus (2011), University of Oregon
• Professional Degree in Audio Engineering (2006), Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
• BA in Music (2003), Hamilton College

His research explores intersections of sound art, data-body interactivity, and digital musical instrument design. Recent projects like SACRIFICE ZONES: S.O.S. (2024) and Wildfire (2019) demonstrate environmental commentary through immersive installations. Earlier works focus on gesture-controlled compositions and algorithmic sound processing.

Scientific awards include grants from the National Science Foundation, Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and Oregon Arts Commission. He has received fellowships from the University of Virginia and Ford Family Foundation.

Jon's practice combines academic research with artistic innovation, utilizing platforms like Kyma, Max/MSP, and custom electronics. His Accessible Oceans NSF grant (2018) exemplifies cross-disciplinary environmental sonification.