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Algorithmic Composition
Gerhard Nierhaus
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Description for Algorithmic Composition
Hardcover. This pragmatic book provides a detailed overview of prominent procedures of algorithmic composition. In addition to an historic overview, each chapter presents a specific class of algorithm in a compositional context. Num Pages: 287 pages, 20 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: AV; PBC; PBKS; PBW; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 580.
Algorithmic composition - composing by means of formalizable methods - has a century old tradition not only in occidental music history. This is the first book to provide a detailed overview of prominent procedures of algorithmic composition in a pragmatic way rather than by treating formalizable aspects in single works. In addition to an historic overview, each chapter presents a specific class of algorithm in a compositional context by providing a general introduction to its development and theoretical basis and describes different musical applications. Each chapter outlines the strengths, weaknesses and possible aesthetical implications resulting from the application of the ... Read more
Algorithmic composition - composing by means of formalizable methods - has a century old tradition not only in occidental music history. This is the first book to provide a detailed overview of prominent procedures of algorithmic composition in a pragmatic way rather than by treating formalizable aspects in single works. In addition to an historic overview, each chapter presents a specific class of algorithm in a compositional context by providing a general introduction to its development and theoretical basis and describes different musical applications. Each chapter outlines the strengths, weaknesses and possible aesthetical implications resulting from the application of the ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Springer Verlag GmbH Austria
Number of pages
300
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
Number of Pages
287
Place of Publication
Vienna, Austria
ISBN
9783211755396
SKU
V9783211755396
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Ref
99-15
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