NERD Summit 2023: Algorave set: Dan Gorelick, Kosmas Giannoutakis and Aaron Juarez

Discover the world of Algorave, a genre that combines code and rave culture, democratizing music creation through algorithmic music generation, noise, and experimentation.

Key takeaways
  • The talk is about Algorave, a genre of music that combines algorithmic music generation with rave culture.
  • Algorave is about creating music through code, using programming languages like Python or JavaScript.
  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of community and collaboration in the Algorave scene.
  • The talk highlights the potential for Algorave to democratize music creation, making it more accessible to people who may not have traditional musical training.
  • The speaker discusses the role of noise and dissonance in Algorave, and how it can be used to create new and interesting sounds.
  • The talk touches on the concept of “glitch” in Algorave, and how it can be used to create unexpected and interesting sounds.
  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of experimentation and taking risks in Algorave.
  • The talk highlights the potential for Algorave to be used in a variety of contexts, such as in live performances, installations, and online platforms.
  • The speaker discusses the importance of documentation and sharing knowledge in the Algorave community.
  • The talk emphasizes the importance of having fun and enjoying the process of creating music in Algorave.