El Sailon

#### April 8, 5:30-7:30 pm | BOXCAR

# The Future of Sound

AI & Music in the Age of Creativity
Join us for an eye-opening lecture exploring the evolving relationship between AI and music, where technology amplifies creativity rather than replaces it. From AI-generated compositions to real-time collaboration between artists and algorithms, we’ll dive into the latest innovations shaping the industry.
With platforms like Suno, Udio, and Google’s MusicLM making waves, AI is no longer just a tool but a creative partner, redefining how music is composed, produced, and distributed. Recent headlines highlight AI-generated tracks going viral, sparking debates over authorship, artistry, and ethics. How do we ensure a bright, ethical future where AI empowers musicians rather than exploits them?
Expect insights, and a discussion on the balance between innovation and integrity in this thrilling new era of sound. Whether you're a musician, producer, or AI enthusiast, this lecture will challenge your perception of what's possible in music.

Our guest speaker Brooks Williams. Brooks is a composer and artist whose artworks are informed by his background with synthesizers and computers. He creates visual art using the computer much like an audio synthesizer, that is, to process visual samples he has collected through the lens of his camera.

Before moving to Santa Fe in 2019, Brooks worked in his New York studio, Harmonic Ranch, where he created, edited, mixed, and designed music and audio for film, dance, television, art projects, and performances. He taught computer music and production at NYU and School of the Visual Arts. He has worked with a diverse group of artists and organizations such as Pauline Oliveros, John Cage, Christian Marclay, Shelly Hirsch, Zeena Parkins, Ikue Mori, Jem Cohen, LaMonte Young, Wooster Group, Dia Foundation, MOMA, New Museum, and many others.

Don’t miss this deep dive into the rhythm of AI!

Doors open at 5:30PM. Event begins at 6PM. Light refreshments will be served.

Thanks to Kerry Young at Boxcar. Eric Renz-Whitmore for continuing to support these lecture series and to the City of Santa Fe Office of Economic Development, Hutton Broadcasting, and Daniel Quat Photography for their support.

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This is a free public event with a suggested donation of $10 per attendee. Proceeds from this event support El Sailon.