A hands-on Max walkthrough for generating melodies algorithmically. Starting from example melodies and MIDI setup, it builds a step sequencer and transport, seeds it with random impulses, and shapes the output through rhythmic anchoring and small melodic variations. The later parts audition the first drafts, introduce larger interval jumps and duplicate-with-variation, and discuss where to take the system next. Assumes some familiarity with Max.
Sam Pearce-Davies
Samuel Pearce-Davies is a composer, performer, music programmer and Max hacker living in Cornwall, UK. With a classical music background, it was his introduction to Max/MSP during undergraduate studies at Falmouth University that sparked Sam’s passion for music programming and algorithmic composition. Going on to complete a Research Masters in computer music, Sam is now studying a PhD at Plymouth University in music-focused AI.