Musicursor (2018)
MusiCursor is an interactive multimedia performance/interface that reimagines consumer-facing technologies as sites for creative expression. The piece draws inspiration from established interaction design paradigms and the role of the user in relation to these technologies.
The performer assumes the role of a user installing a musically-driven navigation interface on their computer. After an installation prompt, they are guided through a series of demos, in which a software assistant instructs the performer to accomplish several tasks. Through their playing the performer controls the cursor’s navigation and clicking.
In lieu of a traditional score, the performer relies on text instructions and visual indicators from the software assistant. The software tracks the progress of the user throughout the piece and moves onto the next section only once a task has been completed. At the end of piece a pop-up window displays the musical data collected throughout the performance.
Created by Martim Galvão
Performed by Will Yager (willyager.com)