Writer: Ninja Antwoord / August 2024
We recently interviewed Teresa Whitfield, a dedicated Second Life resident and live music host/manager. Teresa describes herself as a passionate music lover who enjoys sharing her Second Life (SL) experiences with friends and meeting new people globally. Her journey in SL began with exploring different Sims, participating in music events, hunting 6 contests. These activities allowed her to make friends and dive deeper into the SL community.
Hosting became a natural extension of her interests, as it combined her love for music, decorating, and event creation. Interacting with musicians and audiences provided her with the perfect outlet for her creativity.She says; “That was the perfect match in my SL Life!”
Teresa has been hosting in Second Life since 2020. She was initially attracted to it as a way to enjoy SL during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, when she had more free time. Over time, she discovered a strong community of live performers and listeners, which further fueled her passion for hosting. For Teresa, the social side of interacting with people from different parts of the world and sharing life experiences is a significant draw.
In her real life, Teresa is a freelance cinematographer and photographer, among other online projects. “I do incorporate Music in every moment of my RL and of course in my profession.” Her collaboration with musicians and live performers extends beyond SL, creating new opportunities and projects in both areas.
As a Second Life resident, Teresa manages several venues and has recently formed a group called Harmony Happens Here. This group, comprising musicians and friends, organizes live music parties throughout SL, often with specific themes and sometimes incorporating trivia games or hunts. Teresa also enjoys hosting trivia games, which she finds a fun way to engage with people.
Hosting live music events has its ups and downs. On the positive side, Teresa values meeting diverse individuals and talented musicians, and she relishes the creative freedom that themed events in SL offer. However, there are challenges, such as dealing with griefers who aim to disrupt events and coping with the occasional SL lag. “As to the negative sides of hosting I would say it's the part to have to deal with griefers and people that only want to disturb and sometimes dealing with the SL lag.”
Overall, Teresa's dedication to fostering a vibrant music community in Second Life is evident in her enthusiasm and efforts to create enjoyable experiences for others.
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