Abstract of the Presentation for CSI5902 (Seminar)

Seminar Presentation Title: “Assisted Piano Pedagogy through 3D Visualization of Piano Playing”
 

Fall 2006
Javier Mora

University of Ottawa

Presentation date: Nov 24, 2006

Abstract – Having a correct posture at the piano requires a lot of practice to master; however, a visual feedback can help students realize potential problems and adopt a better position when playing the instrument. This paper discusses an innovative application of the techniques used for the 3D visualization of piano performances in any possible view, with the purpose of comparing them to an ideal piano playing. It includes the capture and reconstruction of the 3D motion and posture of a professional piano player so that it may be compared against the posture and movements of students, by overlaying 2D videos of their recital. Issues with respect to displaying data and adding useful interface features are also discussed.  The motion can be adjusted to fit measurements of anthropometrical different students, so that learners can see themselves and better understand what position they should adopt while they are at the piano.