Thursday, Feb 20, 3:30-4:30pm in Kracum Performance Hall
This event introduces a newly fine-tuned AI music model for Arab oud improvisation, trained this term by Carleton students John Hurtubise and Henry Burkhardt under faculty and specialist supervision. The program begins with a solo oud performance by featured artist Omar Abbad, followed by machine-generated music improvisations modeled after his style.
A panel discussion will follow, featuring Professors Jeff Ondich and Anna Rafferty (Computer Science), Dr. Melissa J. Scott (Music), and AI music engineer Fadi Al-Ghawanmeh (University of Jordan), along with the artist and student research assistants. The event offers an opportunity to explore the intersection of music and AI-driven creativity.