La Donna E Mobile | Fishy Song
Video, 2023
About the artwork
In this series, we create a bridge across time, melding the past and the present, technology and tradition. Using AI collaborative tools, we've transformed Enrico Caruso's iconic arias, a cornerstone of early 20th-century vocal artistry, into a playful concert, led by an ensemble of voiceless fishes, creating a humorous and surreal experience.
This series is inspired by the pioneering spirit of Enrico Caruso, who, over a century ago, embraced the then-nascent technology of sound recording. Caruso's recordings made him one of the first global media celebrities, using the technology of his time to bring opera to a wider audience. Similarly, our video employs the AI generative tools of today to reimagine his work.
The juxtaposition of Caruso's arias with the visual absurdity of singing fish not only challenges the conventional but also celebrates the limitless possibilities of digital art. This project is a testament to the enduring power of music across time and a whimsical exploration of how modern technology can reinterpret and enliven historical art forms in the most unexpected ways.
Part of the A(I)rias series Bridging Opera and AI
Original Song by Enrico Caruso
Audio explanation
Listen to Visu_AI_Poetry discuss this work.
Visu_AI_Poetry, a multidisciplinary artist, has been working in the fields of performing arts, filmmaking, and photography for over 25 years. He holds a BA in Performing Arts and an MA in Fiction Directing.