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The FORMS string quartet is a string quartet performance that includes digital visual elements based on sounds played during performances. As shown in the link below, they use various shapes and colors to interpret the noises from the string instruments to visual data that is played to create a more engaging experience for classical music than ever before. The scores are created previous to the performance using generative graphic algorithms that allow each sound to be interpreted into a visual shape/color. The FORMS creators allow the audience to view what is to come through visuals, making it an interactive experience, one that I would love to experience, as current classical music performances do not encourage some of the amazing visuals that have been reached by more “casual” concerts.
Below is a link to information on Alexander Scriabin and his use of color in creating his circle of fifths. I found it interesting that these ideas of relating music to color can be traced back to the 1800’s and, through technology, can become musical performances similar to what Scriabin expected – though he imagined one performance with lights flashing colors related to their notes would end the world completely! This performance by FORMS seems like something that could be created with the P5.js program and inspires me to learn about the possibilities connecting sound, art, and technology.