Dance Information Processing: Computational Approaches for Assisting Dance Composition

This study explores in detail how the art form of dance can be supported from an information processing perspective. Dance has historically served as a medium for conveying emotions and messages by coordinating body movements with music and rhythm. This document centers on the three primary processes intrinsic to dance execution: Creation, Practice, and Performance. Various techniques and tools are introduced for choreographing dance and mastering movement; these methodologies employ advanced technologies, including tactile and auditory feedback, robotics, wearable devices, VR, and AR. The discussion encompasses multiple strategies for developing systems predicated on dance movements and musical compositions, further highlighting potential avenues for research in dance information processing.