Jeff Miller's Revolutionary Take on Generative Music for Relaxation and Sleep

Audible Genius Podcast

What if the key to relaxation and creative flow is just a piece of tailored music? Join us as we sit with composer and designer Jeff Miller to explore this intriguing intersection of music and technology. Jeff enlightens us about his groundbreaking work with the Sync Project and the leading-edge Unwind Music app. This app cleverly utilized the principles of generative music to encourage relaxation and better sleep. Our conversation examines how the app matches music to the listener's mood and gradually adjusts it to achieve a desired state, an approach grounded in the ISO Principles of music therapy.
We'll also uncover how Jeff and his colleagues ingeniously used data and natural language processing to create a chatbot for Slack. This unique tool was designed to generate personalized playlists, helping to regulate mood and enhance creative flow. We also examine the meticulous process behind building the Unwind music app, spotlighting the significant roles of a diverse team, including music legends like Peter Gabriel.
Tune in as we conclude our fascinating conversation with Jeff, delving into the power of music in liminal spaces - those fleeting moments between doing and being. Here, Jeff shares how the principles applied in his work can be used to create a relaxing sleep podcast, drawing from his own experiences with meditation to guide listeners into tranquillity. With Jeff's valuable insights and our stimulating talk, you're set to discover the science and artistry behind using music as a powerful tool for relaxation and well-being. So, are you ready to tune in to relaxation? Let's get started!
Learn more about Jeff and his endeavors at www.jmcreative.com.

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1. Jeff Miller's Revolutionary Take on Generative Music for Relaxation and Sleep (00:00:00)

2. Music for Sleep and Relaxation (00:00:08)

3. Create Music Bot for Slack Recommendations (00:15:24)

4. Designing a Music App for Relaxation (00:19:21)

5. Creating Active Music With AI Technology (00:31:47)

6. Music's Power in Liminal Spaces (00:46:29)

7. Creating a Relaxing Sleep Podcast (00:52:20)

8. Intentionality in Music Listening (01:04:24)