A true purist would cringe to see such a timeless instrument bent into such an unusual form, but the 'Space Bass' by Sarah Ovsiew stands on its own. Taking shape as a new breed of musical instrument, the Venutian violin has a bent neck that sits across the shoulders of the performer.
Allowing for bow-free playing, 'Project Harrison Ford,' known as 'Space Bass' by Sarah Ovsiew, was her response to the challenge of designing an object fit for a 'Star Wars' movie. This instrument seems to fit the bill.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Alien-inspired Instruments
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop musical instruments with unconventional designs inspired by alien aesthetics.
- Bow-free Playing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create instruments that allow for playing without a bow, exploring new techniques and musical possibilities.
- Movie-inspired Designs
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design instruments with unique visual elements inspired by popular movies, creating a niche market for movie enthusiasts and musicians.
Sectors Adopting This
- Musical Instruments Manufacturing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new manufacturing processes and materials to create instruments with unconventional designs and functionalities.
- Music Education
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop teaching methods and materials that cater to the specific needs of bow-free playing and unconventional instruments.
- Film and Entertainment
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with filmmakers and musicians to create instrument designs inspired by popular movies, enhancing the visual and immersive experience of film and live performances.
