(From left) Ma Chen, Wang Yayu and Chen Zhijun perform while their brain waves are collected by the studio that transforms data into real-time concert experiences. [Photo provided to China Daily]

The pianist says it was intriguing to see his thoughts presented by the artists. "Sometimes, uncertainty results in new inspirations. I liked how the artists portrayed my thoughts, even though they might have seemed different from my own vision."

Ouchhh artists are also exploring the future of art. "We are always trying to make a connection between every medium ... and linking them for one art piece," Ferdi Alici says.

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