Oktoécho

Oktoécho is a system for computer music composition and performance developed by composer and researcher Robert Forget. It is built around the concept of "partitions audibles" (audible scores) and allows composers to create complex musical structures using a visually-oriented programming environment. Oktoécho facilitates the generation and manipulation of sound in real-time, often incorporating elements of stochastic processes and algorithmic composition. The system emphasizes a dynamic and evolving sound world, rather than relying on traditional, pre-composed musical forms. It's notable for its focus on exploring the perceptual qualities of sound and its flexibility in allowing for improvisational interaction during performance. It has been utilized in a variety of musical contexts, from concert pieces to installations.