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# Lemniscate Music Lab

A hybrid music creation system combining algorithmic composition, modular synthesis, and traditional DAW workflows.

## Overview

This project integrates multiple music creation approaches:
- Algorithmic composition with TidalCycles and SuperCollider
- Modular synthesis with VCV Rack
- Traditional DAW workflows (Bitwig/Ableton)
- Visual programming and generative art

## Components

### Core Tools
- **SuperCollider** - Sound synthesis engine
- **TidalCycles** - Pattern-based live coding
- **Bitwig/Ableton** - DAW for arrangement and mixing

### Additional Tools
- VCV Rack for modular synthesis
- Python scripts for AI-based generation
- Visual tools (Hydra, TouchDesigner)

## Getting Started

1. Install SuperCollider and TidalCycles
```
# Use the provided script to add GHCup to PATH
./add_ghcup_to_path.sh
```

2. Explore the AlgoStyle directory for pattern examples

## Releases

All music created with this system is released on:

- [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/lemniscate/music-lab/releases) - Download audio files and project files
- [Bandcamp](https://lemniscate.bandcamp.com) - Stream and purchase releases
- [SoundCloud](https://soundcloud.com/lemniscate-music) - Stream tracks and works in progress

### Latest Release

**Algorithmic Journeys EP** - [Download](https://github.com/lemniscate/music-lab/releases/tag/v1.0.0)
- 4 tracks exploring generative composition techniques
- Includes source code and patch files

## Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please check the [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) file for guidelines.

## License

MIT License - See LICENSE file for details