Parker Wonser loves design and music. But his passion goes beyond listening – he works to help musicians create it.

     “My first experience messing around with the revolutionary OP-1 Swedish synthesizer blew my mind,” he said. “The OP-1 broke every rule I had preconceived about music composition and taught me to think outside the box.”

     That epiphany inspired him to create uRiff, a device targeted to intermediate-level musicians that helps them break down the musical expression process into two steps.

     “Musicians have a problem with losing tons of brilliant inspiration because singing their idea into voice memos is their only means of recording. uRiff enables musicians to express and capture musical ideas in their own way – anywhere without distracting bystanders,” Wonser said.

     Creating uRiff took him 4 years of designing and processing feedback from more than 300 musicians. 

     “Exploring and creating countless prototypes was a fun challenge,” he said. “Initial concepts ranged from mimicking a conductor with an electric wand all the way to telepathic devices.”

     Wonser’s invention has been validated beyond the music world: It won first place in the 2020 MWest Challenge student venture competition.

     Wonser graduated top of his class from Kendall College in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in industrial design and now lives in Nashville, TN.

     uRiff recently earned another award: first place in Florida’s ASID competition in the Under 35 Design Concept category. The 24 judges in the American Society of Interior Designers contest selected Wonser’s invention from 150 submissions nationwide. His invention was also endorsed by STUDIO 11, a recording studio of Kanye “Ye” West and Snoop Dogg.

     Having finished the nonprovisional patent application process for uRiff, he is searching for engineering and business co-founders. He completed a six-month startup accelerator program affiliated with 1909 in West Palm Beach and plans to start manufacturing uRiff next year.

     Wonser’s multifaceted journey in the music industry also includes the groundbreaking documentary, “We The Music.” The project’s unique concept centered on collaborating with the public to create a hit song in 30 days.

     The team of 20 musicians, led by Wonser, involved 700 newsletter subscribers directing the song’s trajectory by allowing them to provide feedback through weekly newsletter polls featuring sound bites. This innovative approach enabled the musicians to collaborate with the world in creating a new favorite tune.

     The entire creative process was documented in a 30-minute film that premiered at the Franklin Theatre in 2023 to a sold-out audience. The documentary highlighted the power of involving the public in the song creation process, breaking traditional industry barriers and setting a precedent for future collaborative music projects. Watch the full documentary here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-pENAtZlPUw&t=203s

     Wonser has always had a bent toward design and invention. Growing up, his heroes were Thomas Edison and Louis & Clark. As early as 1st grade, you could find him drawing and inventing products. Now, drawing from his extensive experience, Wonser recognizes the significance of collaboration and forward-thinking strategies in transforming ambitious ideas into reality.  

     Thus, in 2024 he unveiled Wonser Park: an innovative hub designed to foster collaboration and growth for visionaries across various industries. This team of pioneers aims to drive innovation in both software, hardware, and more, cultivating a community of creators dedicated to the pursuit of excellence.

     By nurturing a culture of teamwork and creativity, Wonser Park empowers individuals to transcend limitations and redefine industry standards.

     “Our community welcomes everyone, from creatives to analysts, entrepreneurs to salesmen.” He said. “Whether you are a fashion designer or a data expert, you will find a place to belong and contribute to our shared vision.” 

     Committed to empowering individuals and fostering untapped potential, Wonser Park prioritizes support and collaboration, particularly for those who may feel overlooked or underestimated. Driven by his passion for leadership and design, he established this platform with the aim of providing the resources and guidance he wished he had earlier in his career.

     To explore more pioneering projects or to apply to join the Wonser Park team, visit wonserpark.com. Together, we can bridge the gap between vision and reality.