[LAA] Fw: [External] Sound and Music Computing Conference 2026 opens Call for Papers & Music

Dear Colleagues, Please see below the call for submissions for the upcoming SMC 2026. Best, Ico -- Ivica Ico Bukvic, D.M.A. Director, Kinetic Immersion and Extended Reality Lab Professor, Media Arts and Production Media School Indiana University +1 812.856.0193 ibukvic(a)iu.edu ico.bukvic.net Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to announce that the Call for Papers and Music is now open for the Sound and Music Computing Conference 2026 (SMC26), taking place in Zagreb, Croatia, as part of the Music Biennale Zagreb (MBZ). Works can be submitted: EasyChair Submission Portal<https://easychair.org/account2/signin_timeout?l=31126562292060910… Deadline: March 13, 2026 (for both paper and music submissions) This edition's theme, INTERPLAY, will explore the evolving relationships between humans, machines, and sonic environments, and how these dynamic exchanges influence contemporary artistic and scientific practices. SMC26 will include: * A 3-day scientific conference with keynote lectures, paper sessions, concerts, and installations (November 5–7, 2026) * A 3-day winter school (November​ 2–4, 2026), designed as a space for students, researchers, and artists to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas ahead of the main event. General information: https://smc26.mbz.hr/en/about/smc26 Submission guidelines and details: https://smc26.mbz.hr/en/submissions We would be truly grateful if you could share this announcement within your network and with anyone who might be interested in submitting. We look forward to receiving your proposals and welcoming you to Zagreb in 2026. Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season! Kind regards, Dr. Davor Vincze Conference Chair, SMC26 Artistic Co-Director of MBZ ​