AI is changing the way music is made, but what does that mean for creativity? For some musicians, AI tools are seen as a threat to artistic integrity. For others, they open up new possibilities for experimentation and collaboration.

Alexis Weaver, Composer, Sound Artist, and Associate Lecturer at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music at the University of Sydney, joined us to share her journey from AI sceptic to creative collaborator. She discussed how experimenting with AI reshaped her approach to music-making, the ethical concerns around AI in the arts, and how artists can maintain their creative voice while working with new technologies. As AI continues to evolve, the challenge will be finding a balance between embracing innovation and preserving the authenticity of human creativity.

Article on The Conversation: I was a music AI sceptic – until I actually used it