Jon Øivind Ness

Jon Øivind Ness is a Norwegian composer of contemporary classical music who emerged from Norway's new-music scene in the late 20th century and established his career composing for orchestras, ensembles and soloists. His output spans orchestral, chamber and vocal works that combine sharp rhythmic drive, inventive timbral colours and a blend of humour and theatricality, reflecting ongoing experimentation in contemporary Norwegian composition.