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Cellist, Composer, Dramaturg, and Lighting Designer: Creating in Versatility

Rogier Hornman (born 1994) is not only a cellist, composer, and dramaturg but also a creator of experiences where music, movement, and storytelling are intertwined. His work explores creative processes, musical intermediality, and dramaturgy, striving to break new ground in contemporary music and theater.

Through free improvisation and contemporary music, Rogier has been part of a wide variety of projects, from somatic dance to dramatic theater, site-specific improvisation, and circus. His personal focus is on creating an overall impactful experience for the audience, making them part of a wondrous journey.

During his education, Rogier experimented with various aspects of music and performing arts. He holds a Master's degree in Contemporary Theatre, Dance, and Dramaturgy from Utrecht University (UU), where his thesis explored the role of musicality in post-dramatic theatre. During his internship, he focused on teaching musical intermediality in performing arts education. His Bachelor's degree in Musician 3.0 from Utrecht Conservatory (HKU) included an artistic performance of an hour-long music circus show and artistic research on magic and music. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's degree in Musicology (UU) with a thesis on musicality in George Brecht's "Drip Music."

Rogier has also begun exploring lighting design and is increasingly working in this field. He is also an artistic educator at MUMIK in Rimbo (Sweden), where he shares his passion for art and music with MUMIK's ensemble.

Through his diverse work and deep commitment to the arts, Rogier Hornman continues to create unique and memorable experiences for both himself and his audience.

      

 

Contact:
For questions or requests, you can send an e-mail to info@rogierhornman.com.

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