Identifying embodied metaphors in children's sound-action mappings
Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Interaction Design and Children
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The Music Cre8tor is an interactive music composition system controlled by motion sensors specifically designed for children with disabilities although not exclusively for this population. The player(s) of the Music Cre8tor can either hold or attach accelerometer sensors to trigger a variety of computer-generated sounds, MIDI instruments and/or prerecorded sound files. The sensitivity of the sensors can be modified for each unique individual so that even the smallest movement can control a sound. The flexibility of the system is such that either four people can play simultaneously and/or one or more players can use up to four sensors. The original goal of this program was to empower students with disabilities to create music and encourage them to perform with other musicians, however this same goal has expanded to include other populations.