“The classical world is about to be turned on its head with Primary Wave Publishing announcing plans to return the late Canadian classical pianist Glenn Gould to the stage using hologram technology developed by Eyellusion,” reads an unsigned article in Thursday’s (9/20) FYI Music News (Canada). “No specifics have been announced about the when or where, but the shows are expected to start late next year and include virtual performances with a live orchestra or orchestras. Eyellusion is [producing 2019] ‘Bizarre World of Frank Zappa’ and ‘DIO Returns’ hologram tours featuring the late Frank Zappa and Ronnie James Dio reunited with former bandmates via hologram…. In 2017, NYC-based Primary Wave Music Publishing (PWMP) announced that it had acquired the rights to Gould’s publishing, certain master recordings and audiovisual works, as well as his name and likeness…. ‘We are honored to have the opportunity to collaborate closely on such an innovative production,’ said Eyellusion CEO Jeff Pezzuti…. ‘Glenn Gould would have loved this new technology that will bring his very best performances to venues across Canada and around the world,’ said Faye Perkins, on behalf of the Glenn Gould estate.” Gould was born on September 25, 1932 and died on October 4, 1982.
Posted September 24, 2018
