Organised as bi-weekly workshops and fortnightly meetup sessions, the programme explores two strands of enquiry: tape and cassette as mediums of composition and instrumentation, and the synthesis of AI and new musical technologies.

The fortnightly meetup sessions provide a dedicated space for participants to work independently, as well as build upon ideas and techniques explored in previous workshops, or develop their own projects and share their work.

Tape Loop Manipulation

20 September 2026 | 4:00–5:30 pm

In this workshop, participants will learn how to open, splice and reattach cassette tape to create an endless loop. They will then explore how this tactile analogue technique can unlock novel creative approaches to sound design and music composition.

AI and Music Technology

4 and 18 October 2026 | 4:00–5:30 pm

This two-part workshop exposes participants to some of the most accessible yet cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools currently available to musicians and sound artists. During the session, they can access modern software environments that innovatively integrate contemporary technology into creative workflow and compositional method.

Contextualising Tape Loops and Music Technology

8 November 2026 | 4:00–5:30 pm

Bridging the analogue and the digital, this session encourages participants to craft hybrid musical works by creatively synthesising vintage media with modern software environments.

The programme’s fortnightly meetup sessions will take place on 24 September; 8 and 22 October; and 12 and 26 November, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The programme will conclude on 22 November, 4:00–5:30 pm, with performances by participants.

Open to all adults interested in music and sonic arts.