OMNIPRESENCE: A CHALLENGE OF PERSPECTIVE
Abstract
Narrative structure has developed over thousands of years of communication and human interaction through sound and visuals. A performance is, essentially, sending a message to an audience through multiple forms of artistic media, and it is this notion that the thesis develops. Performances have adapted to their present forms according to many differing aspects from the introduction of modern recording technology to the advent of digital projections. Omnipresence aims to become such a factor through the use of video projections and live music.
The structure of a musical performance has remained relatively unchanged. It traditionally consists of a musician, artist, or orchestra performing for an audience in person. Even with modern light, sound, and projection technology, this model remains constant. Omnipresence challenges the popular perception of the traditional performance through the use of projection and video. There have been similar performances by virtual bands such as The Gorillaz and holographic concerts such as Tupac Shakur at Coachella 2012. However, those were all planned, rehearsed, and prerecorded. Omnipresence creates an atmosphere, not unlike a casual jam band, with multiple musicians providing their own flavor to the performance.