On August 14th, a crowdfunding campaign titled “Resonate to the Future Stage: A New 3D & AR Live Project” will begin by Mayo Sakusu, a VTuber who plays the saxophone. This is a guaranteed project that will be carried out regardless of whether the target amount is reached.
This time, the challenge is to create a 3D model of Sakusu Mayo herself. The goal is to create a model that conveys the emotions and breath she puts into her performances, as well as the physical expressions that arise alongside her playing. This is not just a challenge to acquire a new appearance; she explains that it is a step towards expanding the possibilities of expression.
This project also includes stretch goals. If achieved, the plan is to create an AR-based music video and hold a live performance to unveil it. Mayo Sakusu says that while there are still not many examples of live performances using AR, she wants to deliver a captivating musical experience through this new form of expression. The production will be carried out in collaboration with a partner who has worked on numerous live performances and events in the past.
The main use of the funds raised is for the production costs of 3D models. If the stretch goals are reached, the funds will also be used for the production of an AR-based music video and the costs of a debut live performance. Other expenses include the manufacturing and shipping costs of reward goods, platform usage fees, and miscellaneous expenses.
Mayo Sakusu is a VTuber who primarily streams saxophone performances on YouTube. In addition to live performances, she also provides saxophone tracks for VSinger cover videos and original songs. She continues her musical activities with the desire to make instrumental music and jazz more accessible to everyone. Her dream is to perform on the stage of Note Blue Tokyo. Last year, she also conducted a crowdfunding campaign to purchase a vintage saxophone.
This article is an English translation of an original Japanese article, translated by the Mogura VR editorial team.
Reference
https://www.lotus-dream.jp/projects/sakusumayo-project
