  Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as deep learning are evolving
very quickly bringing many changes to our everyday lives. To explore the future
impact and potential of AI in the field of music and sound technologies a
doctoral day was held between Queen Mary University of London (QMUL, UK) and
Sciences et Technologies de la Musique et du Son (STMS, France). Prompt
questions about current trends in AI and music were generated by academics from
QMUL and STMS. Students from the two institutions then debated these questions.
This report presents a summary of the student debates on the topics of: Data,
Impact, and the Environment; Responsible Innovation and Creative Practice;
Creativity and Bias; and From Tools to the Singularity. The students represent
the future generation of AI and music researchers. The academics represent the
incumbent establishment. The student debates reported here capture visions,
dreams, concerns, uncertainties, and contentious issues for the future of AI
and music as the establishment is rightfully challenged by the next generation.
