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Artificial Intelligence in Music: Applications, Challenges, and Future Prospects

Yichen ZhuNanjing International School*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been remarkably progress in many field. Nowadays AI has rapidly expanded its influence into the field of music, introducing innovative approaches to music composition, music education and music performance assessments. This study discusses how AI has been used inside these areas, where assisting human at AI educational purposes and also in composition purposes. This paper also addresses key challenges, including issues of model interpretability, stylistic limitations and other ethical concerns that are related to authorship. Lastly, the paper indicates future directions for AI usage in the music domain. In particular, further research may focus on developing more transparent algorithms to improve user trust, exploring hybrid systems that integrate human creativity with machine intelligence, and establishing clearer frameworks for copyright and ownership of AI-generated works. By providing this structured overview, the review seeks to promote a deeper understanding of AI’s potential as a collaborative tool in reshaping the future of music.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence; Music; Machine Learning.
Published: October 28, 2025
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/2025.KM28537
Volume: CHR Vol.92
pp. 6-11
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