Part 2 of 2 (or more)In Part 1 of this story, I asserted that “can AI can generate music with meaning” is a better question, and suggested that for me the answer is no (at least not now). Part 2 will focus on whether meaning in music (or any art form) even matters, and this… Continue reading Can AI generate music with emotion? (part 2)
Author: mccabep
Husband, father, musician, writer, forward-thinker, technologist, observer, student.
Can AI generate music with emotion? (part 1)
Part 1 of 2 (or more)...Let me start by saying that asking if AI can create music with emotion is not really the right question, however often it might appear right now. Emotion is a complex response to external stimuli, and as such can’t itself be directly embedded in media by anyone or anything. Better… Continue reading Can AI generate music with emotion? (part 1)
The music of Superman 2025.
Reconciling with decades-old expectations.Members of my family and I went to see the new Superman movie last night. I think it was good and maybe even great, but I need to see it again to make sure, and here’s why.MILD SPOILER ALERT- While I don’t give away any plot details, if you want to go… Continue reading The music of Superman 2025.
Return of the hardware MIDI Sequencer.
Could a 40 year-old creative tool find new life today?Before the computer, hardware MIDI sequencers, with their tiny screens and dedicated buttons and dials, are what allowed electronic musicians to record, edit, and playback multitrack music performance information. With the hardware sequencer, previously impossible (or near impossible) tasks such as changing the sound of a… Continue reading Return of the hardware MIDI Sequencer.
Should I stay or should I go?
Creating opportunities in the place you're at.While I do love platforms like LinkedIn, I find it curious that I get so many suggestions to support my next career move, all grounded in the assumption that this would naturally be to another company. Right or wrong, my default has always been to consider how to reach… Continue reading Should I stay or should I go?
REVIEW: Thule Accent 26L Backpack
While probably known more for their outdoor gear, Thule (pronounced "toolee") has earned a special place of admiration and trust with me, and the Accent 26L Backpack is the fourth of their products I have tried (2 bags, 2 backpacks)- read on to see whether if it makes the cut!
If you don’t LOVE Star Wars, don’t watch “The Acolyte”
While I can't recommend the latest Star Wars adventure to newcomers or casual fans, there is "hope"...
Star Wars: The Next Generation
From Gen X on, every generation has had a Star Wars story they’ve claimed as their own.
Obi-Wan: a John Williams Masterpiece.
It is a surprise to none what a massive fan of Maestro John Williams I am. Since first hearing his new theme for Obi-Wan Kenobi it’s been a slow burn, but yesterday it hit me. Different from almost all the other main Star Wars character themes (Solo excluded) which were written for a first appearance,… Continue reading Obi-Wan: a John Williams Masterpiece.
2061.
May 1st, 2022 was the official start to my 31st year with Roland Corporation. Over these three decades, I have been given the opportunity to learn, challenge, and grow in ways I could never have imagined, and I am deeply thankful to so many. In 1997 I also met my wife during her brief Roland… Continue reading 2061.