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Episode 225: Inspiring Creativity through Music & Technology

By Laura and Matt Grundler, posted on Jul 24, 2025

As debate around using artificial intelligence in the creative process continues to heat up, The Creativity Department welcomes art educator Rachel McLaughlin, of 10,000 Trees Music, onto the podcast to talk about using A.I. in the arts classroom. Rachel offers thoughtful insight into the evolving role of AI-generated sound and music in visual arts as well as how technology can enhance artistic expression overall. Hear examples of how students have used digital platforms to create, opening new avenues of learning to those who might not consider themselves artistic. If you’re uncertain about incorporating tech or A.I. in your program, listen in! Rachel’s success stories illustrate how it shifted her opinion and fosters confidence, experimentation, and interdisciplinary thinking for her students!


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