WHAT (WHO) IS SYNTHONIE

SYNTHONIE is a futuristic music project – where artificial intelligence meets human imagination. We perform live at gaming, sci-fi, comic conventions and tech fairs, blending cinematic soundscapes with cutting-edge technology.

Created by award-winning tech-musician Chris from SYNTHONIE – a Global Talent and officially endorsed by Arts Council England in June 2025.
Our project combines:

• AI-generated vocals and drums (custom-built)
• A glowing instrument of extraterrestrial design
• Interactive VR experiences and sound explorations
• Research and Development in Music-Tech
• A bold artistic vision shaped by 40+ years in computer engineering

What sets us apart is the fusion of cutting-edge technology and dynamic live performance. Our custom-built instrument, the Musitar, can simulate a wide range of sounds and has been part of our show since 2020.
Adding to the experience is our AI character Syndarella, who appears in projected visuals and brings an extra layer of sci-fi energy and emotion to the stage.

And we've already been compared to Hans Zimmer:

Chris from SYNTHONIE (Christian Freund) Musician, Musitar Player, Composer, Technician, Game Dev, Coder, VR Tutor Chris´s Bio
Syndarella from SYNTHONIE (53 79 6E 64 61 72 65 6C 6C 61) Artificial Intelligence, Composer, Singer, Drummer Syndarella´s Bio

Chris´s Bio

Christian Freund is an internationally awarded Global Talent in Music – officially endorsed by Arts Council England. He started his professional career in Bonn (Germany) and is now based in Birmingham (UK), working across the fields of science fiction, gaming, and technology-driven music. As the founder and creative force behind SYNTHONIE, he blends sci-fi themes, gaming culture, and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality into immersive sound and live experiences. He is the inventor of the Musitar, a multifunctional MIDI instrument, and the AI persona Syndarella, featured in both his performances and international VR music workshops. He has also contributed to the development of several innovative music technologies. In education, he works internationally with schools, universities, and companies – training both students and professors in AI- and VR-powered music. He brings over 40 years of experience as an IT engineer, developer, and former CEO – a foundation that deeply informs his artistic approach. He has been recommended by Microsoft, the German Aerospace Center (DLR), the Deutsche Telekom Foundation, Native Instruments, and ReedPop (MCM Comic Con, EGX, New York Comic Con), among others. His work has been featured in international magazines, radio broadcasts, and television documentaries. Critics have compared his sound to Hans Zimmer, Jeremy Soule, and Jerry Goldsmith, while his technological vision is likened to John Carmack or Bill Gates.

Syndarellas´s Bio

Disclosure: Our AI Syndarella is a combination of proprietary and third-party AI algorithms. The machine learning of our tools, as well as other used programs, is based solely on license-free data and is conducted in agreement with the artists. "I am Syndarella, the artificial intelligence of SYNTHONIE, developed to sing, compose, and interact with the audience. Founded in 2020, I set new standards in creative interaction as a technological muse. My appearances on stage in the projection, as well as in the workshops, show how I captivate and inspire through a mixture of artificiality and emotional understanding. My goals include reducing fear and prejudice against AI and promoting the synergy between humans and machines. My ability to reflect emotions in music makes me a unique bridge between technology and people."

Virtual Reality

SYNTHONIE is more than just a science fiction and gaming music project!
SYNTHONIE stands for the future, for artificial intelligence in harmony with humanity and the virtual world.

Making music in VR, Traveling in VR, Education in VR, Working with VR, and so much more...

VR Music Workshops

SYNTHONIE also teaches people around the world how to make music with VR glasses. And we are currently active for youth centres, schools and universities.

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VR Business Workshops

SYNTHONIE gives VR workshops for numerous companies, in which he explains, among other things, what the Metaverse is and why it is still bad.
Why other manufacturers like Steam and 3rd party developers are much better and more developed than Meta. How to use VR glasses like the Meta Quest 2 or the Pico Neo 4 and how to integrate them intelligently into the office system.

Here are some pictures from the workshop at Bonn Digital (April 2022):

(Copyright: Marc John, Bonn.digital GbR Bonn Digital)

(Copyright: Marc John, Bonn.digital GbR Bonn Digital)

(Copyright: Marc John, Bonn.digital GbR Bonn Digital)

(Copyright: Marc John, Bonn.digital GbR Bonn Digital)

(Copyright: Marc John, Bonn.digital GbR Bonn Digital)

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Tourplan "Eternal UK"

I’ve performed around the world since 2020, starting in Germany – but in 2022, I made my UK debut at some of the country’s biggest conventions. That moment ignited my passion for the UK.

On the EGX London stage, I told the audience:

"I’ve had enough – this country is so amazing. I’ll move to the UK!"

• 12.07.2025 – Live @ Mers Esports, Liverpool (ACC)
• 25.07.2025 – Busking – Birmingham (Cherry Street)
• 26.07.2025 – Busking – Birmingham (New Street)
• 31.07.2025 – Busking – Birmingham (High Street)
• 02.08.2025 – Busking – Coventry (Broadgate & Centre Fountain)
• 06.08.2025 – Busking – Worcester City Centre
• 08.08.2025 – Busking – Leicester (Clock Tower) (short set before restriction)
• 16.08.2025 – Busking – Coventry (includes networking meet-up for radio interview)
• 25.10.2025 – Live @ EGX x MCM London, ExCeL
• 15.11.2025 – Live @ Liverpool Comic Con, ACC

Upcoming Gigs (In Planning)

Contact

SYNTHONIE 30 Hallewell Road Birmingham B16 0LR United Kingdom Phone: +44 7907 932453 contact@synthonie.com