The Future of Music: Virtual Reality Concerts

During the American premiere of the immersive virtual reality installation, Future Presence, the empty rehearsal rooms of the music department at Princeton University were transformed into the main stage. For four days, audiences were invited to experience Mahler Chamber Orchestra concerts through virtual reality headsets.

In small groups guided by volunteers, attendees roamed the virtual stage while digitally generated musicians enthralled them with performances of classical compositions. This installation represents the latest incarnation of the Up Close concert series at Princeton University.

The Up Close series was initially created to break down the traditional barriers that people often feel when attending live concerts. Unlike typical performances in a concert hall with around 200 people, these concerts took place in a very intimate setting, where the musicians were in close proximity to the audience. It was a completely different way of thinking about “closeness.”

This innovative form of musical experience allows listeners to explore music in a completely new way by merging the technology of virtual reality with the beauty and emotions of classical music. It is a fascinating combination that bridges different worlds – tradition with innovation, intimacy with virtual space.

It is inspiring to think that the future of music and its accessibility will be filled with new possibilities and unforgettable experiences for audiences.

[Watch a video about the virtual reality concert experience](https://www.youtube.com/embed/d_GLyMnt3CY)

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