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Learning music with Strudel (terryds.notion.site)

563 points by terryds · 240 days ago · 136 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about Strudel, a live coding environment for music creation, and its growing popularity. The discussion reveals that Strudel is similar to TidalCycles, but with a more visual and interactive approach. Users are sharing their experiences and creations made with Strudel, showcasing its capabilities and ease of use. The environment allows for live coding performances, which are being shared on platforms like TikTok and YouTube.

Main themes

  • Live coding music
  • Strudel vs TidalCycles
  • Music creation
  • Interactive coding environments
  • Programmatic music
  • Algorave

What commenters say

  • Strudel is a more approachable and visual live coding environment compared to traditional music production software.
  • TidalCycles has more advanced features and a longer history, but Strudel is easier to get started with and more interactive.
  • The live coding performances using Strudel are entertaining and inspiring, with some users sharing their own creations and experiences.
  • There are concerns about the licensing and copyright implications of music produced using Strudel.
  • Some users find Strudel's interactive code and inline sliders to be a major advantage over other live coding environments.
  • The algorave scene, which combines programming and music, is gaining popularity, with Strudel being a key tool in this movement.
  • Strudel's simplicity and ease of use make it a great tool for beginners, while its limitations may be a drawback for more advanced users.