This paper addresses the proposition of experiential design approaches in Human Computing Interaction [HCI] and Human Interface Devices [HID]. To amplify the relationship between performer and the spectator when using emergent technologies with real time performance tools, the author refers to a set of self-crafted electronic-performance tools and a performance. This paper opens a pathway for a larger proposal that asks the reader to consider: What are the ways in which we can engineer interfaces that validate the circulation of subjugated knowledges?

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Special Section of Leonardo Transactions: Live Interfaces
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Vodou altar of Joseph Silver and family, Bèlè, Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Vodou altar of Joseph Silver and family, Bèlè, Port-au-Prince, Haiti. In this figure, we see a window display of bones, crosses, and ribbons, inexplicable syncretic juxtapositions that seems to be intrinsic to Haitian Vodou paraphernalia. An eclectic toolset for reverence and divination; serving an indescribable result. (Artist and Photo © Nancy Mauro-Flude.)

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Paraphernalia voice modifier.

Paraphernalia voice modifier. A doll that I found in a market in Sydney -- despite (or maybe because of) its neglected condition, I never threw it away. It now functions as a voice effects [FX] trigger when moved from 0 to 1. My voice sounds like a radio transmission, coming from elsewhere... (Artist and Photo © Nancy Mauro-Flude.)

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Paraphernalia Voice Modifier used in a live performance WORM Rotterdam.

Paraphernalia Paraphernalia - Voice Modification tool in a live performance at WORM Rotterdam. Paraphernalia is transformed, to act not only as a theatrical prop but as functional tactile sonic emulators. HIDs interface with Pure Data to trigger voice effects (FX) allowed by the information coming in from motion sensor. (Artist and Video © Nancy Mauro-Flude.)

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