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Feeling the Beat where it counts: Fostering Multi-limb Rhythm Skills with the Haptic Drum Kit

Simon Holland (The Open University)
Anders Bouwer (The Open University)
Mat Dalgleish (The Open University)
Topi Hurtig (The Open University)

Abstract

This paper introduces the Haptic Drum Kit. The Haptic Drum Kit employs four computer-controlled vibrotactile devices, one attached to each limb via wrists and ankles. Haptic pulses are used to guide the playing of a rhythmic pattern that requires multi-limb co-ordination. The immediate aim is to foster rhythm skills and multi-limb coordination. A broader aim is to systematically develop skills in recognizing, identifying, memorizing, retaining, analyzing, reproducing and composing monophonic and polyphonic rhythms. In this paper we: introduce the Haptic Drum Kit; consider the implications of three theories for this approach; report on a design study; and identify and discuss a variety of emerging design issues. The preliminary results indicate that beginning drummers are able to learn intricate drum patterns from haptic stimuli alone, although haptic plus audio is the mode of presentation preferred by subjects.

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http://tei-conf.org/10/uploads/Program/p21.pdf

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