Date of Award
8-2014
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Music
First Advisor
Dr. Daniel Jacobson
Second Advisor
Dr. David Loberg Code
Third Advisor
Bruce Uchimura
Fourth Advisor
Dr. Christopher Biggs
Keywords
Gesture-sensing, music, technology, bow, string instrument
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
Technological advances in powerful, miniaturized electronics have created a growing potential to continue the evolution of string instruments through an accessible digital interface. Although many new types of instruments and controllers have explored this goal, gesture-sensing technology, when paired with the expressive nature of the bow, has provided the most eligible solution towards bridging technology and tradition. Through a selective showcase of technical development, artistic application, and future possibilities, this thesis traces the evolution of gesturesensing bow technology as an accessible digital interface in string instrument performance.
Recommended Citation
Boyt, Zachary, "Gesture-Sensing Technology for the Bow: A Relevant and Accessible Digital Interface for String Instruments" (2014). Masters Theses. 519.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/519