

#090: EXPERT: Pedro Sarmento: Music, AI, and the Human Touch
Jan 16, 2025
57:41
The human element in music remains essential, even as AI transforms the creative process. In this episode, Pedro Sarmento, a postdoctoral researcher at the Center for Digital Music in London, discusses how technology can support, rather than overshadow, human creativity. From his journey as a guitarist to his work with AI and guitar tablatures, Pedro explores the balance between tradition and innovation, music education's future, and AI-generated art's philosophical implications.
Highlights:
- The intersection of AI, music, and creativity.
- Pedro's practical approach to integrating AI in music.
- The significance of human artistry in an AI-driven world.
- Innovative AI tools enhancing musical craftsmanship.
Sponsored by Allfeat: Decentralized Blockchain Solutions for the Music Industry - https://www.allfeat.com/
Produced by Amplitude Ventures Consulting: Partners in Early-Stage Music Tech - https://amplitude.ventures