Rhythmism: a VJ performance system with maracas based devices

ABSTRACT

We propose a nonconventional VJ performance system rhythmism which uses an original maraca based device that has 2 different functions, material maraca and effect maraca. Rhythmism uses the structure characteristic and the operating characteristics of maracas and adopts the interface to ensure the freedom of the user's physical movement and to realize the powerful attraction of the performance itself and aims to attain the multi-functionality and the arbitrary controllability.allIn this paper, we introduce the advantages and the interaction techniques of the maracas based device when used for VJ performances.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)
          Subjects: Input devices and strategies (e.g., mouse, touchscreen)

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)
          Subjects: Interaction styles (e.g., commands, menus, forms, direct manipulation)

  J. Computer Applications
  J.5 ARTS AND HUMANITIES
      Subjects: Performing arts (e.g., dance, music)

General Terms:
Design, Human Factors, Performance

Keywords:
VJ, interaction technique, maraca, performance, shaker