Introducing Bars Cadence
I’m excited to announce the open alpha release of Bars Cadence - a browser-based music composition tool that combines traditional music creation with algorithmic generation. Whether you’re a musician looking to quickly prototype ideas or someone who wants to explore musical creativity without deep theory knowledge, Bars Cadence offers an accessible way to create music.
What is Bars Cadence?
Bars Cadence is a web application that allows you to:
- Create music using an intuitive track-based interface
- Generate musical ideas algorithmically while maintaining creative control
- Work with both melodic instruments and drum patterns
- Export your creations as MIDI files for use in other music software
Current Features
The alpha release includes:
Core Music Creation
- Interactive track-based editor for arranging musical sections
- Support for multiple instruments including melodic instruments and drum kits
- Real-time audio playback in your browser
- MIDI export capabilities (by section, intent, or full composition)
Musical Framework
- Comprehensive key and scale selection
- Configurable tempo (BPM) control
- Advanced chord progression generation and editing
- Instrument configuration including volume control and playable note range
Generation & Control
- Algorithmic generation of melodies, rhythms, and drum patterns
- Multiple generation algorithms for different musical styles
- Fine-grained control over generated content
- Ability to modify and refine generated material
Cloud Integration
- User accounts for saving your work
- Cloud storage of compositions
- Seamless saving and loading
Why an Open Alpha?
This alpha release represents the core functionality of Bars Cadence, but there’s much more to come. By releasing early, I’m aiming to:
- Gather user feedback on the current feature set
- Identify pain points in the workflow
- Understand what features users want most
- Build a community of early adopters who can help shape the future of the tool
Getting Started
To try Bars Cadence:
- Visit app.barscadence.com
- Create a free account
- Start composing!
What’s Next?
While the alpha version is already functional for music creation, I have plans for many more features including:
- More instrument sounds and drum kits
- Additional generation algorithms
- Enhanced editing capabilities
- Improved user interface
- And much more based on your feedback!
Share Your Feedback
Your input is crucial in shaping Bars Cadence. Please share your experience, suggestions, and any issues you encounter:
- Join the Discord community
I hope you enjoy the app as much as I enjoyed making it!