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Sture Kuusisalo is a University Lecturer and Head of Department for Music, Media and Theatre at Luleå University of Technology. He serves as operations coordinator for both the Academy of Music in Piteå and the Academy of Theatre at the university. Based in Piteå at location C123c, Professor Kuusisalo plays a key administrative and academic role within the Department of Social Sciences, Technology and Arts.
Professor Kuusisalo's research focuses on musical performance, with particular attention to cultural identity and expression. His work bridges academic scholarship and artistic practice, as evidenced by his contributions to musical productions and reflective writings on cultural identity. His artistic output shows a strong engagement with Nordic and Sami musical traditions, reflecting the cultural context of northern Sweden where Luleå University of Technology is located.
The 2023 album 'Ođđa Áigi / A New Time' represents a significant collaborative project where he contributed as an accordion player. He has also produced reflective work on cultural identity, notably his 2015 publication 'Neither Finnish nor Swedish,' which explores personal reflections on cultural background and pride. This work connects his musical practice with broader questions of identity in the Nordic region, particularly regarding individuals who navigate multiple cultural backgrounds.
As Head of Department, Professor Kuusisalo oversees academic programs and artistic activities within music, media and theatre disciplines, demonstrating an integrated approach to arts education that combines theoretical knowledge with practical artistic creation.
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