If I were you, I would check out the North Point iBand now before they start selling out arenas and appearing on late-night talk shows. The North Point Church band in Atlanta recently traded in its instruments for borrowed iPads and iPhones equipped with musical apps.
The North Point iBand used a variety of apps to simulate everything from pianos to cowbells with a little Auto-Tune thrown in for good measure. Check out the video above to see the iBand in action. The iPhone rendition of 'Feliz Navidad' brings the house down.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Music-making Apps
- Developing apps that allow musicians to create music through their smartphones and tablets.
- Innovative Instrument Simulation
- Creating advanced computer simulations of traditional instruments to allow for more accurate, high-quality sound.
- Virtual Band Performance
- Utilizing technology to create virtual band performances, incorporating both live and recorded components.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Music Technology
- Developing cutting-edge musical software and applications.
- Music Production
- Creating software or hardware for musicians to produce their own music.
- Live Event Technology
- Developing technology that enhances the live event experience, such as sound systems and lighting.
