UC Riverside

Interdisciplinary research has emerged as a prominent trend in tandem with technological advancements, rendering it an inevitable aspect of 21st-century scholarship. In light of this trend, the present study strives to amalgamate electroacoustic music and dance within the framework of the composition titled “Growth.” This research delineates five primary inquiries and corresponding objectives: 1) Does the inclusion of dance foster novel cognitive processes or creative methodologies? 2) Does the combination of music and dance inspire a cohesive artistic experience? 3) What methodologies are effective for directing dancers? 4) What are the distinct concerns inherent in music and dance? 5) How can strategies for negotiation and compromise be effectively employed amid discord? These questions and objectives are addressed through a brief review of pertinent literature, elucidation of methodology, and comprehensive analysis. Furthermore, this study advocates for enhanced video documentation of music-dance collaborations to foster future research pursuits by musicians, dancers, composers, and choreographers, thereby illuminating new possibilities for interdisciplinary exploration and innovation.