C21MP 2027 CFP — Instruments and Technology as Extended Mind | FSU, May 2027
We are writing to invite proposals for the C21MP International Conference on 21st Century Music Practice, to be held at Florida State University College of Music, Tallahassee, in May 2027. The conference proceedings will be published by the C21MP Research Centre.

This theme — Instruments and Technology as Extended Mind — draws on 4E cognitive science frameworks (embodied, embedded, enacted, extended, affective) to explore how instruments and digital environments function as cognitive scaffolding for musical practice. We welcome proposals from researchers working in HCI, distributed cognition, instrument design, performance studies, and related fields.

This conference uses a “flipped” presentation model designed to maximize discussion time. Accepted presenters will pre-record 20-minute video presentations, uploaded to our website prior to the conference. Papers are organized into themed panels of three, with a moderator facilitating discussion. During live sessions, each presenter gets 2 minutes to introduce their work before engaging in extended panel discussion, followed by audience Q&A. All panelists are expected to have viewed the pre-recorded presentations and come prepared with questions.

The conference welcomes proposals from researchers at all career stages, including independent researchers, practitioners, and those based outside traditional academic institutions. Individual papers, panels, practice-led presentations, and posters are all welcome.

Abstract deadline: 7/21/2026

Website: https://music.fsu.edu/c21mp/

Event location: Florida State University

Event Host: 21st Century Music Practice Research Centre