Arie Altena

Arie Altena is a Dutch writer, researcher, and curator working at the intersection of sound art, media art, and cultural theory. Based in the Netherlands, he has been an active contributor to the intellectual life of the Dutch and European experimental arts scene for many years, developing a body of critical and theoretical work that addresses the history and practice of sound art, electronic music, and new media.

As a writer, Altena has contributed to publications, catalogues, and online platforms focused on experimental music and media art, producing essays and analyses that situate artistic practice within broader cultural and historical frameworks.