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1Universitat de València, Spain; 2Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain; 3Universitat Jaume I, Spain
Graphic Suite is a performative action that blends experimental music, dance and technology to explore the interaction between sound, body and objects in artistic creation (Murillo et al., 2024). This interdisciplinary work employs unconventional instruments and electronic devices, rethinking the notions of "instrument" and "musician" while fostering co-creation among performers. Participants integrate movement and sound in a collaborative process, dissolving boundaries between music, dance and visual art to create an immersive experience.
The activity unfolds in three phases: Introduction, Color and Resonances. In the first phase, sound improvisation and collective movement are encouraged through objects such as lanterns and plastic materials. The Color phase delves into voice and free movement using light and plastic, expanding participants’ sensory perception. In Resonances, industrial fans are used to transform the space, creating sonic and visual landscapes in interaction with plastic and light.
This performative action is grounded in an inclusive pedagogical perspective (O’Neill, 2015), where all participants, regardless of background, are considered creators. The goal is to highlight collaboration and accessibility in artistic creation, incorporating improvisational techniques and sensory exploration that stimulate creativity and communication across artistic languages. In terms of practice implications, Graphic Suite invites a rethinking of traditional pedagogical models, promoting an inclusive and experimental approach to music education that explores the plasticity of form through sound, dance, and ephemeral sculpture.
Time: 90 minutes.
Technical Requirements: Large, dark space; two industrial fans.