generative music

noun
UK /ˈdʒɛnərətɪv ˈmjuːzɪk/
US /ˈdʒɛnərətɪv ˈmjuːzɪk/

Music that a computer makes by itself using rules.

The app plays generative music that never sounds the same twice.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A style of electronic music built from evolving patterns and systems.

The artist's album is a long piece of generative music that slowly changes.

3. Music created live by a system that follows set rules.

The museum's sound installation uses generative music to fill the hall.

4. The practice of composing with algorithms instead of writing every note.

She teaches generative music to students who love coding.