A “Transient” is the term used to describe the period of time during which a system, initially set into strong vibration by an external impulse, arranges itself harmoniously again, as in the case of a string that is plucked or struck very powerfully and that settles down shortly after this impulse. The Latin “transire” or English “transient” designates something temporary, or also transforming. The basic idea of the TRANSIENT projects can be found in these terms: energizing impulses in the form of interdisciplinary artistic themes and projects form the starting and reference point for sustainable fields of communication and levels of relationships with places and communities distant from cultural centers. The artistic ideas are developed together with local partners such as regional music clubs, school classes, music and art schools, regional artists, etc. and, after a research phase, translated into innovative performance formats.