Music Graduate Colloquium: Jeffrey Lupker (Staccato)

Presented by Graduate Studies in Music, the Don Wright Faculty of Music Graduate Colloquium series includes lectures by distinguished guests, Western faculty members, and senior graduate students on all fields of research and creative activity in music.

All are welcome to attend. No advance registration or tickets required. End times are approximate. 

Jeffrey Lupker (Staccato)
“The Next Big Shift in Music Creation: From Analog to Digital to AI"

Bio

Dr. Jeffrey Lupker is the CEO/Co-founder of Staccato, which is a platform of generative AI tools for musicians and lyricists which helps them to remain in an uninterrupted state of creative flow as they create. By allowing users to input a few keywords, lyrics or bars of music, Staccato can suggest ideas on what might come next to help overcome writer’s block and inspire new creative directions. Dr. Lupker holds a PhD from Western University’s Don Wright Faculty of Music and has been contract faculty in the Music Research and Composition department. Beyond Staccato and his research, Dr. Lupker is on the advisory council for Music Canada and an active performer on primarily guitar and keyboards and has played across Canada and USA with singers such as Juno Winner and Canada/America’s Got Talent finalist Stacey Kay and Canada’s Drag Race Winner Priyanka.

Abstract

This presentation will explore a shift in music composition regarding the intersection of AI and creativity, highlighting ways that AI can complement composition while acknowledging the potential downsides. By examining a range of AI models and applications currently available for music creation, accompanied by examples of songs written or produced with these tools — we will uncover the practical applications and innovative outcomes of this technological collaboration.

After showcasing these practical applications, we will explore the broader implications of AI's integration into music. This includes its potential to redefine creativity, influence musical trends, and transform the music industry's landscape. Through this comprehensive analysis, we aim to illuminate the multifaceted influence of AI on music, offering perspectives on both the opportunities it presents and challenges that must be navigated through.