Contributions of Gibson's Ecological Psychology to the Creation of Interactive Sound Installations

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https://doi.org/10.33871/vortex.2024.12.9513

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Interactive Sound Installations, Acoustic Ecology, Ecological Psychology, J. J. Gibson, Musical Cognition

Abstract

This article explores the potential contributions of Gibson's Ecological Psychology to artistic creation within the scope of Interactive Sound Installations. It provides a historical overview of the evolution of this form of art, highlighting the growing emphasis on the role of space and body (audience action) in shaping interactive art concepts. The article delves into how ecological acoustics research has integrated interdisciplinary perspectives from sociology, anthropology, and cognitive science to promote a more equitable and fair acoustic environment. Considering that the concept of the body embedded in the world is both central to interactive arts and Cognitive Science, particularly to Gibson's Ecological Psychology, this text presents its main aspects. It then discusses how these aspects can be applied in Interactive Sound Installations. In conclusion, it suggests that applying Ecological Psychology concepts to Interactive Sound Installations can contribute to the goals of recent acoustic ecology in creating a fairer acoustic environment.

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Rael Bertarelli Gimenes Toffolo, Universidade Estadual do Paraná

Rael Toffolo is a composer, researcher, and associate professor at the State University of Paraná - Campus II. He also collaborates with the Postgraduate Program in Music at the State University of Maringá (UEM). His research focuses on the connections between Cognitive Science and Musical Creation, particularly in the field of Interactive Art. He is a founding member and president for the term 2020-2023 of the Brazilian Association of Cognition and Musical Arts. As a composer, he specializes in acoustic and electroacoustic music, installations, and audiovisual performances, and has received awards in national and international competitions. Previously, he served as the Municipal Secretary of Culture of Maringá and as the Director of Culture at the State University of Maringá. Currently, he coordinates GRITARIA: GRupo de estudos InTerdisciplinar de ARte InterativA (CNPq/UEM) and is a member of the NAT - Núcleo de Arte e Tecnologia (CNPq/Unespar).

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2024-12-01

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Bertarelli Gimenes Toffolo, R. (2024). Contributions of Gibson’s Ecological Psychology to the Creation of Interactive Sound Installations. Vortex Music Journal, 12, 1–29. https://doi.org/10.33871/vortex.2024.12.9513

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Vol. 12 (2024): Revista Vórtex

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Dossier “New Sound Ecologies”

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