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AI is struggling to hear the Gulf’s music

When I arrived in Abu Dhabi 13 years ago, I had an idea. As a composer, I had previously worked in Portugal on developing computer programmes capable of generating music, including jazz. I wanted to explore whether similar technology could be used to create music inspired by the traditions of the Gulf.

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