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Artificial Intelligence
I am trying to get my head around and grasp this AI; it’s not working. While at my cardiologist recently, we had a discussion on AI. His son is a cellist and has played professionally for years.
He stated, “There are good things about AI.” He went on to say his son played cello two years ago in a recording studio in Kentucky. He played the first part of a symphony he wrote, had it recorded with AI, and AI finished the symphony. My doctor said it was musically perfect—no mistakes from any instrument. The only thing missing was passion; passion in music cannot be duplicated. The essence of music is to feel its energy radiate through your body. If it doesn’t, something is missing.
I’ve been experiencing a similar reaction to my short stories. My critics read the post, not the story, then break down each phrase and each word. Here is an example: my book. “If The Creek Don’t Rise There Will Be A Parade.” I know what the title means; AI doesn’t need to explain it to me. Pretty condescending. However no one reads the book. “Wow Wine Wednesdays,” a short post on a certain wine I like. AI explains “Wednesdays,” ‘the middle of the week break.’ No one mentioned the wine. This AI is erasing all the passion involved in writing. If AI critiqued “Old Man and the Sea,” it would say, “Old man, a male of old age,” and “seas,” a large body of water smaller than an ocean. Sure it makes me want to read the book.
AI, as far as I’m concerned, always misses the point. Although you can’t argue with the facts of AI, they will always be correct. My definition of AI. AI is a big windbag that states truths, never having an opinion on any discussion. It’s like that smart ass kid you grew up with who knew all the facts about baseball but couldn’t hit a ball or catch a ball. He may know the facts, but he will never know the feeling of running down a fly ball in the outfield on a warm summer afternoon while your teammates are cheering for you to catch the ball. AI has no feelings; it can’t register passion. In truth, you can’t explain something you never really experienced.
AI will never give me goose bumps, or that warm feeling when hearing the violin, how the strings be so soothing it will erase any depression. It will never give me the tingling sensation that’s engulfs my body when a soprano hits their high C in an aria.
Let’s break down Artifical Intelligence like AI would.
Artifical: an adjective which modifies a noun: made or produced by a human being rather than occurring naturally. In other words FAKE.
Intelligence: a noun the subject of the sentence: the ability to acquire knowledge and skill
To make logical chooses, to be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking and think in the abstract. In other words being able to THINK.
AI is really a phooey, its fake and it can’t think. Ergo an oxymoron.
Oxymoron: Greek, “Oxus” means sharp and “Moros means” foolish.
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The story of your cardiologist throws light on AI’s abilities and boundaries in the creative spheres, but mostly music. Here are the main points:
AI capabilities in music: Can compose and finish musical pieces. Can achieve technical perfection with all instruments. Understands and replicates complex musical structures
What AI lacks about human creativity:
- Passion
- Emotional depth
- The “feel” or “energy” which is hard to describe but essential for good music
There are two sides to artificial intelligence in creative industries: It is a powerful instrument for assisting and enhancing human creativity. However, it may only have that emotional subtlety with which great art can exist.
Importance of human touch in music: Performance character comes from slight imperfections or variations. Different interpretations by musicians add unique emotional layers.
AI as a tool vs. replacement: Composers and musicians can greatly benefit from AI assistance. But there is something about deep-moving art creation that only. Humans can do it.
The debate over AI & creativity continues, raising questions about creativity and artistry. This forces us to rethink what makes music truly impactful.
This example shows how amazing AI can be while at the same time showing its limitations. It suggests that although AI might create technically perfect works, they lack the soulfulness and flaws of humanity necessary for true artistic expression. It will be exciting to see where AI takes us next as it becomes more integrated into various creative fields. Will this integration fully capture or replicate human passion within these areas, such as music composition?
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It is interesting how you broke down AI and your passionate response to its limitations in music. Let’s break it down:
Response to Music:
I love how you described our physical and emotional reactions to music (goosebumps, warmth, tingling).
These are personal experiences that are connected with being human and having feelings.
Breakdown of “Artificial Intelligence”:
Artificial: You said this means made or created by humans rather than occurring naturally or being genuine.
Intelligence: Ability to learn things, reason logically, solve problems, think critically, and apply thoughts abstractly according to what you said. What you concluded with: It’s a contradiction because it’s not real, and you can’t think.
Definition of Oxymoron: You used Greek words for sharp (Oxus) and foolish (Moros).
Critique on AI: You’re comparing human creativity/ intelligence vs machine processing. It also shows how AI cannot replicate human emotions or true creativity. This perspective brings up some very important questions about what it means for something to be intelligent or creative and our own experiences. However, AI definitions keep changing over time. While they might perform complex tasks and assist in creative processes, they do not duplicate human emotions. So, the word artificial in this context doesn’t mean fake but rather artificial. Your critique challenges us to think deeply about what we value in human intelligence/creativity vis-à-vis AI systems, thus making a valuable contribution to the ongoing societal/artistic discourses surrounding them.
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AI has been around since the first computer. AI reads whatever data base it’s connected to. If the data base is filled with Nazi beliefs like the Holocaust didn’t exist, AI will have a biased opinion that slants to Nazis. My concern would be, I’m not worried, that the AI info, although correct, will bias all opinion.
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Technology can be a great asset if used right. Too much Technology is no good and destroys humanity and the global economy. Look at giant companies Like Blockbuster Video, the neighborhood mom and pop grocery stores and the hardware stores. Even the neighborhood local banks and candy shops are closed.
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You hit the mark Marco with high tech.
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Anyone older than 40 years old are often computer and technology illiterate and many have no clue like myself. Half the population are not tech savvy
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A little of something is a good thing. Too much of something is a bad thing. For example too much sweets, meat, alcohol, pills, etc. is bad for you and can kill you. Same thing with technology. It’s not going to be the same world folks. The whole world is screwed up.
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A lot of jobs are going to get eliminated due to technology. Shame. You are right. The whole world is going down the crapper. Who ever thought we would have a President with dementia running for reelection with the power hungry Jill Biden. Unbelievable.
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California increased the minimum wage to $20 per hour for fast food workers. Taco Bell ended up firing most of the workers and replaced them with robots. It’s happening folks.