About the Open Call

The AI Performance Playground returns to Sónar+D as part of the AI & Music powered by S+T+ARTS programme. This hacklab brings together 12 participants from diverse disciplines to collaboratively explore AI and machine learning for performance. Led by Peter Kirn and Anna Xambó, participants will work in a group environment to create new ways of playing AI like an instrument, moving beyond simple text prompts to expressive musicianship. The program takes place during Sónar+D 2025 in Barcelona.

What is Offered

Tutelage by Peter Kirn and Anna Xambó, collaborative exploration in a hacklab environment, a short ensemble performance at SonarÀgora, and access to Sónar+D, Sónar by Day, and Sónar by Night.

Requirements

Availability in Barcelona from 11th to 14th June 2025. Open to participants from various backgrounds including AI coders, researchers, electronic musicians, instrumentalists, and singers. No prior expert AI knowledge is strictly required.

How to Apply

Applicants should read the full guidelines and submit their application through the online form available at the provided link. Applications are reviewed by the lab tutors.