Silent Dance Swing Survey
Hello.
We are students of the Master's program in Graphic and Interactive Communication.
In one subject, we are developing a service - organizing quality dance events (genres: salsa, swing, and tango) in the open air, in silence. Yes, you read that right! So, as a participant in a swing party, you will receive comfortable wireless in-ear headphones and hear the same music as all other dancers. The dance can take place outdoors, anywhere (in nature, in a city park...).
We are interested in your opinion about such an event!
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Are there too few dance events taking place in your area?
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Would you attend a dance event that would be inaudible to the surroundings, and you - as a participant - would hear the music through comfortable wireless headphones with fellow dancers? The event would take place somewhere outdoors?
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To what extent would you be interested in such an event? (1 – I wouldn't be interested at all, 5 – I would be very interested)
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If two dance events featuring your favorite music were happening simultaneously, one outside and the other indoors, e.g., in a hall, which one would you prefer to attend?
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What is the highest price you would still pay to attend the event (the price would include the use of headphones, the option to buy drinks, the setup of chairs, tables, and lighting, a pleasant atmosphere, and good music)?
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Please provide some comments on such an event. What are the shortcomings of such an event? What bothers you? What do you like?
- na
- there is a disconnection in the surroundings, which the dancers understand but do not hear, what we dancers hear. also, the possibility of conversation that happens at dance events on and around the dance floor, even if it's just a few words, is, in my opinion, essential for mutual communication, relaxation, and connection among dancers. i would definitely be interested in a silent dance event and would go to check it out, to try it, but i think mainly out of curiosity. however, i am not sure that the idea of experiencing music individually, which actually connects and unites us all, would attract me in the long run.
- the additional dimension when dancing outdoors is the audience, which co-creates the event with the dancers, giving it extra energy, purpose, and story. this all develops dance culture, motivation among spectators and dancers. this has been confirmed in the last 10 years in swing and tango. if the audience cannot hear the music, the mentioned scene cannot be created. similarly, headphones hinder communication between partners during the dance, between two songs, etc.
- it depends on the weather. good organization is very important.
- if there is no dance floor, then it can't be nearly as good outside as it is on the dance floor. such an event would only interest me once for a one-time experience and then not again. my ears hurt from in-ear headphones. i am indeed introverted, but i believe i can't really disturb too much with dancing.
- if i had simple ears (otherwise, how could i communicate with dance partners and other people), participating in such an event would really be something special. it would be worth trying once, but i wouldn't be interested in more.
- everything is "thinking out of the box." a shortcoming - usually even non-dancers follow the event (even if only randomly for a few minutes). from my perspective, as an observer, i would like to hear the music that is danced to. well, i also enjoy doing this as a dancer. often, i just sit and watch the dancers' reactions to the same moments in the music. everyone reacts differently. this is how i learn and grow.
- good idea. when will the first event be?
- interesting idea. for a good swing dance, good music and a good floor (for smooth sliding) are needed. i think it's good that everyone can decide how loud they will listen. however, i don't know what it would be like when you can't hear your dance partner.
- distraction: headphones in your ears! you can't hear the music!