This isn’t just another music class—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime cultural adventure.

Imagine teaming up to create original songs together in real time, using AI-powered music tools. It’s like having a personal recording studio, an orchestra, and a personal music teacher all rolled into one.

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a brand-new song co-created with fellow participants (or not).

Coolest. Workshop. Ever.

Create music together in real time with AI.

What

Discover what happens when a whistle, a rubber chicken, and a violin collide with artificial intelligence in this interactive music and technology workshop led by conductor and technologist Paul Henry Smith.

Participants whistle, clap, and experiment with sound as AI tools transform these contributions into Broadway-style riffs, orchestral scherzos, and unexpected sonic landscapes, culminating in a mini-concert built from the day’s creations.

No musical training is required—anyone 12 or over can participate.

What you’ll do

Pair up with a fellow participant (or bring a friend) and create together using AI.
Make your own sounds : hum, beatbox, tap, sing, or play. – Rubber chicken provided.
Shape ideas using AI music tools to explore rhythm, tone, instrumentation, and structure.
Compose together: keep it instrumental or add lyrics.
Finish the session with brand-new songs to share.

Who can join

Everyone ages 6 and older.
Youth under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Space limited. Seats available first come, first served.

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