Durham University

Music Consciousness with Mixed Reality: Case Study on Learning Associative Imagery in Classical Music

Mixed reality technology serves as a transformative medium for deepening listener engagement with classical compositions, specifically through the integration of visual stimuli with auditory experiences.

• Mixed reality (MR) visualizations transform classical music listening by shifting cognitive processing from internal associative imagery to externalized, multisensory engagement.
• The integration of MR with classical compositions like Rachmaninoff’s Preludes enhances listener focus and emotional connection without compromising the music's meditative qualities.
• MR tools provide a scalable method for modernizing classical music by bridging the gap between abstract auditory structures and concrete visual narratives.