Embodied and Distributed Parallel DJing

Area of Science:

• Universal Design
• Disability Studies
• Arts and Technology

Background:

• Current Universal Design approaches often prioritize physical access or traditional performance styles for individuals with special needs.
• There's a need to explore innovative ways to include people with disabilities in creating new cultural activities.
• The RHYME project aimed to create health-promoting activities for children with severe disabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop novel musical and multimedia technologies for children with severe disabilities.
• To explore the innovative potential of including individuals with special needs in the creation of new cultural activities.
• To foster health-promoting engagement through technology and the arts.

Main Methods:

• Development of new musical and multimedia technologies tailored to the needs of children with severe disabilities.
• User-centered design approach, incorporating feedback and contributions from participants.
• Exploration of new artistic expressions through technological innovation.

Main Results:

• Creation of a new genre of musical instruments: Empowering Multi-Sensorial Things.
• Development of a new art form: Embodied and Distributed Parallel DJing.
• Successful creation of health-promoting cultural activities for children with severe disabilities.

Conclusions:

• Innovative technologies can lead to new art forms and instruments that are inclusive.
• Including individuals with special needs in the creative process yields unique and valuable outcomes.
• The RHYME project demonstrates a successful model for health promotion through inclusive, technology-enhanced cultural activities.