An Automatic Melody Generation Algorithm
Date Issued
2009
Date
2009
Author(s)
Yashin, Vladimir Borisovich
Abstract
This thesis presents a compositional algorithm for short monophonic tonal melody. It uses music theory knowledge of consonance and tonal center implemented in fitness function for genetic algorithm. The system was implemented in a user friendly intuitive graphic user interface. The generated melodies are tested by the novel statistical method. The system gives interesting results, which can be used by professional composer forusical composition inspiration or by average user for fun and entertainment. The test results and summary can be also useful for musicology and auditory roughness. This thesis shows the role of pitch in melody “pleasantness” and gives many hints for future studies.
Subjects
auditory roughness
consonance
algorithmic composition
tonal center
Type
thesis
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