Musical Co-Creation in Focus During MuseIT’s Second Pilot

In mid-June, the ACM Europe Summer School on Accessible and Inclusive Technologies was held in Borås – an international event that brought together researchers, students, artists, and innovators from around the world.

In connection with the summer school, ShareMusic organised the second pilot within the

MuseIT-project, in collaboration with partners Catalink Ltd, Centre for Research &

Technology Hellas (CERTH), X-systems, and the project coordinator, the University of Borås.

Digital tools for musical co-creation were at the heart of the pilot, giving participants the

chance to explore how technology can support artistic expression on individual terms. One of the participants was Rachel, a PhD student from the University of Plymouth, who found the experience deeply inspiring:

“This has been one of the most incredible experiences I’ve had. I’ve been able to see how

creative practice and research can really work together and form something new,” she said.

The programme included hands-on testing of the tools, as well as a live performance by

Gageego! and Elefantöra, featuring a world premiere of newly composed music by composer Peter Larsson.

Rachel especially appreciated the inclusive nature of the event:

- I’ve really enjoyed seeing people from different backgrounds and with different skill

sets come together and actually build something meaningful.

With contributions from an engaged and curious audience, the pilot sparked valuable

dialogue around accessibility, inclusion, and innovation in the cultural sector. As MuseIT

moves forward, the project continues to explore how technology can broaden access to

artistic collaboration and reshape the future of cultural participation.