Major
Psychology
Anticipated Graduation Year
2023
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Open Access
Abstract
Movement and musical performance are inextricably linked. Musicians use movement to create sound, and as a tool to express emotion to their audience. Previous research has indicated that differences in body movement affect both audience perception of performance, and objective differences in sound. However, few studies address performers’ opinions on the utility of body movement when performing, as well as how the effect of movement can be seen in string players. The current study explores the effect of body movement on self-reported expression and note accuracy in collegiate string players.
Faculty Mentors & Instructors
Dr. Elizabeth Wakefield
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How Body Movement Aids in Expressivity and Accuracy in String Players
Movement and musical performance are inextricably linked. Musicians use movement to create sound, and as a tool to express emotion to their audience. Previous research has indicated that differences in body movement affect both audience perception of performance, and objective differences in sound. However, few studies address performers’ opinions on the utility of body movement when performing, as well as how the effect of movement can be seen in string players. The current study explores the effect of body movement on self-reported expression and note accuracy in collegiate string players.