Comprehensive Review of Artificial Intelligence Contributions to Understanding Music, Religion, and Influencing Future and Emerging Global Trends Robinson Ogochukwu Isichei

Abstract

Abstract : This review considers the rapidly forming intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), music and religious studies and how computational processes are changing both what it means to study as well as engage with these domains. It discusses the present use of AI in musical analysis, composition and performance, along with its novel use in the understanding of sacred texts, rituals and for supporting spiritual practices. The paper lists significant developments in technology such as the application of Machine Learning for pattern discovery, natural language processing used to interpret religious content and generative models used to promote creativity. It also discusses the methodological question and ethical issue, as well as future works in the cross position of AI, musicology and religious studies. Overall, the review emphasizes that even when AI serves as a source for insight and newness, cultural sensibility following the limits of interpretation is necessary and human has to be preserved.