How Much Randomness Should a Generative Music System Contain?

One of the central challenges of generative music is balancing predictability and surprise.

Too much stability becomes repetitive.

Too much randomness… read more

How Can a Generative Piece Be Structured?

Generative compositions can develop in very different ways.

Three structural models appear frequently.

The music evolves gradually.

Parameters change… read more

What Is a Sonic Spline in Generative Composition?

Before building a generative patch, a composer may ask a fundamental question:

What gives this piece its identity?

One useful answer is the concept of a sonic spline.