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Alive Quote by Ikue Mori

“I still think that I'm playing instruments, not just pushing buttons and there it goes. It's interactive and alive with the sound and the manipulation and it plays like instruments.” quote by Ikue Mori
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“I still think that I'm playing instruments, not just pushing buttons and there it goes. It's interactive and alive with the sound and the manipulation and it plays like instruments.”

Ikue Mori

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sound Art Perspectives, 2015

The speaker emphasizes treating electronic music creation as a tactile, expressive act akin to playing traditional instruments, valuing interaction and immediacy.

In simple terms: Electronic music can feel as alive as acoustic instruments.

Key Takeaway

Engage physically with your tools.

Themes

creativity technology expression

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

artistic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • live performance
  • studio production
  • educational workshops
  • instrument design

Key Concepts

instrumentality human‑computer interaction

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does physical interaction change your perception of sound?
  • What tools help you feel more connected?
A Different Perspective

Digital interfaces may still feel detached for some users.

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