This project explores AI in the context of immersive music performance, applying machine learning to the automation of complex production tasks, freeing performers to make higher-level aesthetic decisions. It will create software tools relevant to the Creative Industries (sound design, game design, music performance and music production).

The project builds on an established relationship with Incalcando, a creative technology company based in Glasgow, exploring machine learning methods within the company’s existing Parat+ software. The result of any new software innovations will be tested and showcased in collaboration with leading researchers and musicians at the University of Glasgow. It will be designed to be cross-compatible with many pieces of performance equipment for potential performance-specific reconfiguration or expansion of the project to other contexts.

First published: 21 January 2019

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