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A Guide to Musical Instrument Design for Preschool Children
Date
2005-08-15Author
Smith, Derek
Type of Degree
ThesisDepartment
Industrial DesignMetadata
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In order to improve the ergonomic and aesthetic qualities of musical instruments, intended for preschool children, a guideline, which assists the designer in producing more age-appropriate products, has been be created. Using a contemporary musical instrument, the dimensions, materials, form, scale, and weight of the child’s instrument have been determined through studies and comparisons of proportion, anthropometry, psychology, physiology, and existing products. A step by step process is illustrated with a working model which seeks to attract and inspire the young user while making learning easier and less cumbersome.