LASER 15 — Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, and New Approaches to Musical Practice

Presented as part of the LASER (Leonardo Art Science Evening Rendezvous) Talks series and supported by Hexagram, this event explores how AI and human-computer interaction are reshaping creative practices.

Artificial intelligence (AI) and human-computer interaction (HCI) are revolutionizing creative practices, offering innovative tools and methodologies for artists, designers, and technologists. These advancements challenge traditional workflows and open up new possibilities in sound, music, and interactive media.

In this session, Gabriel Vigliensoni, Assistant Professor in Creative Artificial Intelligence in the Department of Design and Computation Arts at Concordia University, and Marcelo M. Wanderley, Professor, Director of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology (CIRMMT), and Area Coordinator for Music Technology at McGill University, will explore cutting-edge research and practices in AI, HCI, and musical interfaces.

Data- and Interaction-Driven Approaches for Sustained Musical Practice:

Gabriel Vigliensoni will present his research on the control and steerability of neural audio synthesis models through data- and interaction-driven approaches. His talk will emphasize how small datasets enhance performers’ creative agency and how interactive machine learning techniques improve expressivity and coherence in generative audio models. These concepts will be illustrated with examples from his creative practice, demonstrating the potential for rich, sustained musical engagements.

Interdisciplinary Research on New Musical Interfaces:

Marcelo M. Wanderley will discuss interdisciplinary research on new interfaces for musical expression (NIME), highlighting the interplay between music technology, HCI, and engineering. His presentation will include an overview of early NIME designs, recent advancements from the Input Devices and Music Interaction Laboratory (IDMIL) at McGill University, and insights into creative AI opportunities within this field.

Together, these talks showcase how AI and HCI are transforming music technology and performance, opening new horizons for creativity and innovation in sound and interactive media.

MODERATION:

Nina Czegledy, Adjunct Professor, OCAD, and Co-Chair Leonard/ISAST LASER Talks.

Ricardo Dal Farra, Professor, Music Department, Concordia University.

HYBRID EVENT:

https://concordia-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/lpl0qWm2SSes1g5OHVBb2Q

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