Source: Sue Beyer lehighvalleylive.com
Despite Jahmir's flexibility, I recognized internal strain that would affect his performance. Improper posture restricts the rise and fall of one's diaphragm; limiting the volume of air one can pull into the lungs and push through the instrument. This could become a more serious limitation as he grows physically and wishes to advances his musicianship. My aim was to develop a device that would adapt and grow with him to maximize his musical potential.
Proper Playing Posture | Adobe Illustrator
French Horn Rotor Keys
Guitar Effects Pedals
Source: adorama.com
Piano Keys
Organ Pedals
Source: wikimedia.org
Keyboard Covers
Source: bepublishing.com
Useless Machine
Source: makershed.com
All elements modeled from scratch unless otherwise noted
Clamp Iso View | Cinema 4D
Jahmir Model* | Cinema 4D
Trumpet Iso View | Cinema 4D
Linear Actuators | Cinema 4D
Trumpet Model | Cinema 4D
Wallace Stand | Cinema 4D
Wallace Stand Composition*| Cinema 4D
Cinema 4D Viewport
Scene & Lighting Development* | Cinema 4D
The primary functions of a trumpet player's hands is to keep the horn in place and to manipulate the valves. Both can be achieved by alternative means:
A removable clamp affixes to the instrument to provide the solid grip necessary to assure a steady position. Surfaces which contact the horn to be covered in soft padding to prevent scratches and dampen vibrations.
Three linear actuators control the depression and release of the trumpet's piston valves in their various combinations. In this initial iteration, solenoids were utilized; however, quieter options or an insulated housing could be investigated upon testing.
Trumpet Clamp| Cinema 4D
Adaptable Height | Cinema 4D
Foot Operated Rotor Keys | Cinema 4D
Wallace Stand Base | Cinema 4D
Enhanced Posture | Cinema 4D
