Development and evaluation of drum learning support system based on rhythm and drumming form

Drumming form when performing is important for a good performance and for creating good Sound from the drums themselves when playing drums. The authors attempted to create a performance Support System for drums from the standpoint of improving form in order to improve performance ability in performers indirectly by improving form. In this paper the authors developed a drum learning support system that can provide feedback on rhythm lapses, drum form lapses, hand stroke amplitude, and striking strength. They then performed evaluation experiments using 24 inexperienced drummers. The results confirmed performance improvements due to feedback oil rhythm. Moreover, a subjective evaluation questionnaire given to three experienced drummers resulted in positive evaluations: "the system was useful for improving one's sense of rhythm" and "the system was useful for practicing striking strength, as in accents." (c) 2006 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.