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Generative Rhythm

How Does Mutable Instruments Grids Generate Rhythms in Modular Synthesis?

Mutable Instruments Grids Explained: Algorithmic Rhythm Generation for Generative Music

Rhythm is one of the most important structural elements in generative music. While many modular musicians build rhythms from… read more

How Can Looping Envelopes Generate Random Rhythms in Modular Synthesis?

Creating Random Timing with Looping Envelopes and Sample & Hold Feedback

One fascinating way to generate randomness is allowing a Sample & Hold module to influence the timing of the process that created it.… read more

How Do You Morph Between Different Rhythms Without Changing the Melody?

Crossfading Between Rhythms in Generative Music

Generative rhythm does not always require creating new patterns. Sometimes the most effective strategy is gradually moving between existing rhythms.

Switching Versus… read more