USING GENETIC ALGORITHMS TO HARMONIZE A MELODY: AN APPLICATION IN COMPUTER MUSIC

Authors

Weston Cann, Brigham Young University
Dr. David Michael Cottle, Brigham Young University

Keywords

genetic algorithms, computer music, harmonization

College

Fine Arts and Communications

Department

Music

Abstract

Currently, there is a wide variety of computer applications available for aiding musicians. Most common are applications whose purpose is to help render the performance of a piece (sequencers) or help the user prepare the score of a piece. Less common are applications designed to aid the composer in exploring musical possibilities. This project is an attempt to add to this second body of applications.

Recommended Citation

Cann, Weston and Cottle, Dr. David Michael (2013) "USING GENETIC ALGORITHMS TO HARMONIZE A MELODY: AN APPLICATION IN COMPUTER MUSIC," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 2307.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/2307