Abstract:
This paper examines requirements for computer-based tools intended to support creative development in
musicians. Approaches to instrumental music pedagogy are presented and implications for those seeking to
support musical skill development with computers are discussed. A pedagogical philosophy based on the
“natural learning process” is combined with recommendations from creativity researchers to build a set of
suggested features and guidelines for developing instrumental music support tools which facilitate creative
development. A prototype application illustrating our approach is described.
