Research & Practice

Innovation &
Technology

The Vision

Embracing Technology for
Creative Expression

Natalia Milanesi works at the intersection of traditional studio practices and emerging technologies, developing methods, tools, and frameworks that expand what is possible in music whilst keeping the human at the centre of every creative decision.

Her approach is grounded in a fundamental belief: that technology should serve as a tool for creative expression, not replace it. With a background in traditional audio engineering, the curiosity to explore the technical developments and the vision to see the future, Natalia is always ready to explore.

Natalia is constantly developing new creative frameworks, tested in studios, workshops, and research environments with real artists, real tools, and real stakes. Her work is rooted on knowledge combined with practicality to achieve the best results.

Studio environment

Areas of Practice

Creative Technologies

AI-Assisted Workflows

Exploring how artificial intelligence can function as a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, supporting compositional workflows, guiding mixing with content aware generated pre-sets, expanding possibilities, and accelerating iterative creative processes. Natalia's work here is always tethered to artistic intent: the composer remains the author.

Immersive Technologies & Spatial Audio

Experimentation in immersive sound, from Dolby Atmos and binaural design to multi-speaker spatial systems for live performance and installation. Natalia works to make the knowledge about spatial audio tools accessible to independent artists and smaller studios, bringing world-class sonic experiences beyond the domain of major labels and research labs.

Motion Capture as Compositional Interface

Investigating the body as a musical instrument, the use of motion capture technology can translate physical gesture and movement into compositional parameters, sound design triggers, and real-time performance data. This work bridges the physical and the digital in ways that unlock new expressive possibilities for performers and composers alike. It also supports artists with special accessible needs and allows for tailored workflows.

Automated Systems

The development of personalised automated environments enables self-managed artists to streamline their workflows. By leveraging artificial intelligence, artists can increase productivity, optimise their creative processes, and support long-term career growth.

Remote Production

Collaboration enriches art and creates fertile ground for creativity. The opportunity to work with others should not be limited by geographical boundaries; as a result, remote production has become increasingly popular in recent years. Today, it is possible to monitor and record audio between machines located in entirely different parts of the world, empowering creators to collaborate and produce art together, even when they are miles apart.

AI Ethics & Artist Advocacy

A clear-eyed engagement with the ethical dimensions of AI in music: questions of consent, attribution, fair compensation, and transparency. Natalia advocates for artist-centred development standards, and she aims to contribute to industry discussions on these topics, and brings this perspective to every collaboration involving generative or AI-powered tools.

Education & Workshops

Sharing Knowledge,
Shaping the Next Generation

Natalia is a committed educator, delivering masterclasses, workshops, in collaboration with other experts and with major audio brands. Her teaching bridges the gap between industry practice and emerging technology, equipping the next generation of engineers, producers, and technologists with both the technical tools and the critical thinking to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape.

Masterclass Bernard Butler

Masterclass · Abbey Road Institute

Bernard Butler

Masterclass Haydn Bendall

Masterclass · Abbey Road Institute

Haydn Bendall

Masterclass John Dunkerley

Masterclass · Abbey Road Institute

John Dunkerley

Masterclass Alex Scannell

Masterclass · Abbey Road Institute

Alex Scannell

DPA Immersive Recording Workshop

Workshop · DPA Microphones

DPA Immersive Recording

Performing with Technology Workshop

Workshop · Teenage Engineering & Eventide

Performing with Technology

"I work to make creative environments and technologies accessible, empowering people to embrace innovation with confidence and ownership."

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