Spatial Audio Mixing in Virtual Reality

The development of Virtual Reality (VR) systems and multimodal simulations presents possibilities in spatial music mixing, be it in virtual spaces, for ensembles and orchestral compositions, or for surround sound in film and music. Traditionally, user interfaces for mixing music have employed the channel strip metaphor for controlling volume, panning, and other audio effects, which are aspects that also have grown into the culture of mixing music spatially. Simulated rooms and two-dimensional panning systems are simply implemented on computer screens to facilitate the placement of sound sources within space. This paper presents design aspects for mixing in VR, investigating already existing virtual music mixing products, and creating a framework from which a virtual spatial-music mixing tool can be implemented. Finally, the tool will be tested against a similar computer version to examine whether or not the sensory benefits and palpable spatial proportions of a VE can improve the process of mixing 3D sound

RESURRECTING THE VIOLINO ARPA:A MUSEUM EXHIBITION

This paper presents a project aimed at digitally resurrecting and presenting the unique Violino Arpa instrument from the collection of The Danish Music Museum, part of the National Museum of Denmark. The project endeavors to create an interactive installation that provides visitors with an understanding of the impact of different violin body designs through co-design. The paper offers a comprehensive examination of the project’s development and execution, including a review of relevant literature in the field of interactive museum installations and physical modeling of string instruments. The design, implementation, hardware, software, and challenges encountered, as well as the solutions adopted, are described in detail. Furthermore, an evaluation of the project was conducted by museum personnel at The Danish Music Museum. Observations of the participants revealed that the installation was engaging and interactive. However, some participants found aspects of the installation confusing, while others enjoyed the experience, found it aesthetically pleasing, and perceived clear differences between the sound of the Violino Arpa and the classical violin.</p