Mindy Peterson is a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music (NCTM), and music advocate who has been a music educator since 1991. She is also the Arts Advocacy Chair of the Minnesota Music Teachers Association (MMTA) and a member of Music Teachers National Association (MTNA). In her podcast Enhance Life with Music, she explores the holistic impact of music in our everyday lives, examining its influence through the lenses of science and health, sports and entertainment, business, and education.
In this episode, ASCAP’s (American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers) Chief Strategy & Digital Officer Nicholas Lehmann gives us a comprehensive and efficient overview of the evolving symphony of AI and music. From composition to distribution, Mindy and Nicholas explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape for musicians worldwide. They discuss the opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations at play as we harmonize humanity and technology in the realm of music creation.
Nicholas and Mindy discuss:
- The context of how AI has influenced the landscape of music creation, distribution, and consumption
- An overview of the opportunities and challenges AI presents for music creators and industry professionals
- Collaborations between humans and AI
- AI’s role in empowering artists and composers to succeed in the digital era
- Programs and initiatives to educate and assist music creators in navigating the AI landscape effectively
- Advocacy efforts to ensure fair compensation for music creators in an AI-driven music world
- Advice for music creators on how to embrace AI while maintaining the authenticity and uniqueness of their artistic expression
- Ongoing collaborations with disparate stakeholders
- Six key, creator-centric principles guiding ASCAP’s response to AI