Biography

Giordano Bruno do Nascimento, born on May 16, 1981, in Brazil, is a German composer distinguished by his profound artistic exploration of the role of the human voice in our society.

Do Nascimento’s artistic practice is dedicated to exploring the diverse meanings and functions of the human voice. These investigations frequently culminate in new works. In pieces like “Research: Are you Phonocentric?”, he challenges the concept of voice as a primary perceptual stimulus through a pseudo-scientific study, inspired by Jacques Derrida’s critique of a phonocentric society.

His research also delves into the intersections of gender and voice, examining how vocal expressions can transcend traditional gender norms and contribute to a more fluid understanding of identity.

Simultaneously, he is drawn to the dynamic relationship between society and social media, particularly intrigued by their impact on the individual. In his multimedia approach, he often creates works with videos that he designs himself, drawing inspiration from impressions of social media and YouTube content.

Over the years, Giordano has received numerous awards and participated in prestigious artistic residencies, including at Künstlerhof Schreyahn and ISELP in Brussels. His operas and chamber music works, including “Frau Kempelens Sprechmaschinen” (after a libretto by Siri and Google Assistant) and “Mutter” (after a libretto by Romina Nikolic), have been celebrated internationally and performed at major festivals such as the Pan Music Festival in Seoul and the B-Classic Festival in Belgium.

Currently, do Nascimento is exploring “the boundaries of the human voice in its definitions” as part of his doctoral studies at the HfMT Hamburg. His goal is to further investigate and question the diverse meanings and applications of the human voice through his artworks, continually creating innovative works that provoke thought among audiences.