| KeyKit | |
| Developer: | AT&T / Tim Thompson |
| Operating System: | Windows, Linux |
| Genre: | Programming language, Music/MIDI |
| License: | Free for non-commercial use |
| Website: | http://nosuch.com/keykit |
KeyKit is a graphical environment and programming language for MIDI synthesis and algorithmic composition.[1] It was originally developed by Tim Thompson and released by AT&T.
Keykit (originally named "Keynote") was developed by Thompson in his spare time while he worked for AT&T. However, it was not related to his actual job there. Keynote was originally released through the AT&T Toolchest, andin 1995 was released as KeyKit with a license making it freely available for non-commercial use.
Keykit is noteworthy for its versatility and expressiveness. Complex algorithmic arrangements can be produced with as much detail and sophistication as required, and the software works on multiple platforms and operating systems. It is not dependent on peripherals or sound cards from a specific vendor. These are unique advantages over similar "music workstation" products with the same or similar functionality for algorithmic composition and computer generated music.
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