A novel approach for automated music composition using memetic algorithms

Music has been an integral part of society for hundreds of years. Since the advent and rise of computers and computer technologies, musicians have utilized these advances in their craft, whether it is in electronic music or the notation of musical scores. The field of memetic computing is a new and developing one. A few researchers are using memetic algorithms to solve real world problems. This research offers a novel approach to produce quality musical compositions using a memetic algorithm. Unlike other computer music composition proposals in the literature, our proposal does not need any intervention from the user. Our preliminary results are very promising and conforms with MIDI protocol standards; the industry standard for electronic musical instruments.