Kazuyoshi Sasamori
AI Product Manager
Roland Future Design Lab
About Me
I studied signal processing, information processing, and computer architecture at university, and have been working as an engineer at Roland for many years since then. I have been involved in the development of pianos, drums, and synthesizers, focusing on hardware design and sound system design. I have also spent time at BOSS team, working on guitar products.
Some of my memorable projects include the speaker system for the V-Piano Grand and the noise reduction for V-Drums. In recent years, I have served as a Product Manager, planning and developing synthesizers such as the JUNO-DS, RD-2000, and FANTOM/FANTOM-0. Following that, I took on the role of technology development in the R&D department, and I am currently leading research and development as an AI Product Manager at the Roland Future Design Lab, with a focus on the utilization and implementation of AI. The future looks incredibly exciting. Personally, I am an avid fan of synthesizers and rhythm machines, and I love being surrounded by a plethora of hardware—sometimes I feel like my body is made of electronic sounds. However, I also appreciate Jazz and Acoustic music. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities and spending time with my dog.
Sessions
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Roland’s Holistic Approach to AI for Music Creation
12:20 - 12:50 UTC | Tuesday 12th November 2024 | Bristol 3BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedThis presentation introduces Roland's approach to AI for music creation and will include a technical demonstration of a new AI-powered application. Roland will also overview its holistic strategy for AI which considers R&D, policy, and governance mechanisms. As a general-purpose disruptive technology, Artificial Intelligence is in the process of impacting virtually every aspect of life, including creativity. As a leading music technology innovator, Roland is highly optimistic about the potential of AI to enhance and empower human music making but is deeply aware of the need to innovate responsibly.