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Tech column: using AI in the music classroom, part 2

In the second part of his series on artificial intelligence, tech expert Tim Hallas explores its music-making possibilities.
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In my previous article on the use of artificial intelligence in music education, I reflected on the ways that students and teachers can use large language models (LLMs) in lessons. This included students learning and developing skills through reviewing AI-generated essay plans, and teachers using AI to write emails to parents.

But AI is so much bigger than ChatGPT and other LLMs. AI and machine-learning have been around a surprisingly long time, and we use them daily without even realising. The automatic facial recognition in the photos apps on our phones is AI; Siri and Alexa use AI; and even autocorrect and grammar-checkers use AI. Music creation and production are no exception – and this article will look at a few of the different uses.

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