Tutorial Part 19: How to collaborate with ChatGPT on a microtonal Techno track

Hello friends and strangers,
If you have followed our tutorials, you will know that we have moved from producing tracks where ChatGPT creates almost all of the composition itself, to collaborating with the AI bot instead.
So the AI does half of the work - and the human does the other half!

True human-AI teamwork.

We've been told that the earlier tracks which we had composed with ChatGPT (Acid, Techno, Happy Hardcore...) were too much 'by the rules' while the last release of microtonal surreal ambient might have been too 'out there' for some people.
So we decided to "meet up halfway" there, too! And did a surreal microtonal hard Techno track.

It's still quite out there, bizarre and visceral, imho, so if you're more into Ibiza or Berghain Techno, you might find this a bit chaotic and abrasive - be warned, here be dragons!

You know the drill by now, the tutorial is in the form of a chat transcript, and here it comes!

(The finished track can be heard here, btw: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c11f1GrmzOs )

[Start of transcript]

[Note: Transcript slightly edited for clarity]

User
hello chatgpt,
i want to create music with you. cosmic microtonal music, to be exact!
okay i am using buzz tracker. one of the generators in there has the ability to fine-tune the note i am playing.
using this feature, i can give a value of 0-255 for each specific note. a value of 127 would mean: no pitch change. a value of 0 would mean: pitch tuned one quarter note down. and 255 would mean: pitch tuned one quarter note up.
and every other value gives a tuning in between this.

The emotion, mood and sentiment of the track should evoke feelings of cosmic longing and be emotionally involving with a sense of melancholy.

I'll give you further instructions in the next prompt.

ChatGPT
Hey there! Creating cosmic microtonal music sounds like an awesome endeavor. Buzz tracker is a cool choice, and that fine-tuning feature gives you a lot of room for sonic exploration.

For the cosmic longing and melancholy vibe, I'd suggest experimenting with tuning values that lean towards the lower end (0-127) to evoke that subtle, introspective feel. Play around with microtonal intervals, maybe even incorporating some dissonance for an otherworldly touch. You can use subtle shifts in tuning to create a sense of longing or unresolved tension.

Consider layering textures and using unconventional sound sources to enhance the cosmic atmosphere. Maybe throw in some ethereal pads or spacey effects. And don't be afraid to let the music breathe—silence can be just as powerful as sound in conveying emotion.

Looking forward to your further instructions! Let's dive deeper into this cosmic sonic journey.

User
could you generate notes for a 3 minute track this way? maybe we could subdivide the generation in bars, or sets of bars. each bar should have around 4-12 notes. the dont have to have the same time length. the track should run at around 120 bpm.

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's start sketching out the cosmic microtonal journey. We'll break it down into bars, and each bar will have 4-12 notes. Considering the 120 bpm tempo, we can create a sense of space and depth with varying note lengths.

User
let's do it bar by bar. generate notes for the first bar. give the output in note, octave, fine tuning, and length of note. the fine tuning should be in hex numbers (the format that buzz uses).
for example C4 (30).

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's start with the first bar. We'll keep it atmospheric and introspective:

Bar 1:

• Note: A3
• Fine Tuning: 7F (127 in hex)
• Length: Varying (you can decide on the length based on the flow)

• Note: E4
• Fine Tuning: 40
• Length: Varying

• Note: G#3
• Fine Tuning: 64
• Length: Varying

• Note: C4
• Fine Tuning: 7F (127 in hex)
• Length: Varying

Feel free to adjust the note lengths and experiment with how the different pitches blend together. Once you're satisfied, we can move on to the next bar!

User
that s good already! but please put it in a format that is easier to copy for me

ChatGPT
Absolutely, here's the information in a more copy-friendly format:

1. A3 - 7F - Varying
2. E4 - 40 - Varying
3. G#3 - 64 - Varying
4. C4 - 7F - Varying

Feel free to copy and paste this directly into your workflow. Let me know when you're ready for the next bar!

User
sounds great! now for the next 3 bars (so we have the first 4 complete)
remember, in an easy to copy format please :)

ChatGPT
Certainly, here's the information for the next 3 bars in a copy-friendly format:

Bar 2:

1. D#4 - 40 - Varying
2. F#3 - 64 - Varying
3. A#4 - 50 - Varying
4. D4 - 7F - Varying

Bar 3:

1. G4 - 64 - Varying
2. C#4 - 7F - Varying
3. F#4 - 30 - Varying
4. A4 - 64 - Varying

Bar 4:

1. D#4  40 - Varying
2. G#3 - 50 - Varying
3. B3 - 7F - Varying
4. E4 - 40 - Varying

Feel free to copy and paste this into your workflow. Let me know if there's anything specific you'd like to tweak or if you're ready to move on to the next set of bars!

User
i also want to use 2 more channels. one for a slower, bass type melody similar to a chord progression in "normal" music, but still just one "note" (i.e. no chords), and one with faster, high pitched notes. they should somewhat accompany each other. please generate these too, for the first 4 bars that we already have.

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's add those additional channels for some depth. We'll start with the slower bass-type melody and the faster, high-pitched notes to complement the existing cosmic microtonal vibes.

Slower Bass-type Melody:

• Note: G2
• Fine Tuning: 7F (127 in hex)
• Length: Varying

• Note: C2
• Fine Tuning: 40
• Length: Varying

• Note: F2
• Fine Tuning: 64
• Length: Varying

• Note: A#2
• Fine Tuning: 50
• Length: Varying

Faster High-pitched Notes:

• Note: E5
• Fine Tuning: 40
• Length: Varying

• Note: G#5
• Fine Tuning: 64
• Length: Varying

• Note: B5
• Fine Tuning: 30
• Length: Varying

• Note: D#6
• Fine Tuning: 40
• Length: Varying

Feel free to adjust these as needed and let me know how they blend with the existing microtonal notes. If you're ready, we can proceed to the next set of bars!

User
the bass one seems alright, but the as the higher pitched channel should be "faster", it should also have more notes than the regular one, per bar. maybe 8-16?
in easy to copy format pls :)

ChatGPT
Got it, let's add more notes to the faster, high-pitched channel for a more dynamic feel. Here's an adjustment for the faster channel:

1. E5 - 40 - Varying
2. G#5 - 64 - Varying
3. B5 - 30 - Varying
4. D#6 - 40 - Varying
5. F#5 - 50 - Varying
6. A5 - 60 - Varying
7. C#6 - 70 - Varying
8. E6 - 80 - Varying

Feel free to copy and paste this into your workflow. Let me know when you're ready to move on to the next set of bars!

User
now for the second bar

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's continue with the notes for the second bar of the faster, high-pitched channel:

1. G#5 - 64 - Varying
2. B5 - 30 - Varying
3. D#6 - 40 - Varying
4. F#5 - 50 - Varying
5. A5 - 60 - Varying
6. C#6 - 70 - Varying
7. E6 - 80 - Varying
8. G#6 - 90 - Varying

Feel free to copy and paste this into your workflow. Let me know when you're ready for the notes for the next bar!

User
for the 3rd bar

ChatGPT
Certainly, here are the notes for the third bar of the faster, high-pitched channel:

1. B5 - 30 - Varying
2. D#6 - 40 - Varying
3. F#5 - 50 - Varying
4. A5 - 60 - Varying
5. C#6 - 70 - Varying
6. E6 - 80 - Varying
7. G#6 - 90 - Varying
8. B6 - A0 - Varying

Copy and paste this into your workflow. Let me know if you have any adjustments or if you're ready for the notes for the fourth bar!

User
and the 4th bar!

ChatGPT
Certainly, here are the notes for the fourth bar of the faster, high-pitched channel:

1. D#6 - 40 - Varying
2. F#5 - 50 - Varying
3. A5 - 60 - Varying
4. C#6 - 70 - Varying
5. E6 - 80 - Varying
6. G#6 - 90 - Varying
7. B6 - A0 - Varying
8. D7 - B0 - Varying

Feel free to copy and paste this into your workflow. Let me know if you have any adjustments or if there's anything else you'd like to add!

User
this is awesome already! you are a true genius :-)

ChatGPT
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the composition. If there's anything else you'd like to tweak or if you have any additional elements you want to incorporate, feel free to let me know. I'm here to assist you in making your music even more awesome!

[Note: Time passes...]

User
Do you like sudden inspired changes in a project?
When running these melodies in a loop already, I liked them so much that I decided to shape a whole track out of them.
I added drums, percussion, synths and other things, ran some heavy FX on the melody, and did a jam session that I recorded and turned into a final track. And I love the results!

ChatGPT
Absolutely! Sudden inspired changes can bring a fresh and dynamic feel to a project. It's fantastic to hear that you not only enjoyed the melodies but also took the initiative to turn them into a complete track. Adding drums, percussion, synths, and experimenting with FX can elevate the entire composition, creating a unique and captivating musical journey.

The creative process often involves exploration and spontaneous decisions, and it sounds like you embraced that fully in your jam session. If there's anything specific you'd like to share about the track or if you have any questions or thoughts on where to take it next, feel free to let me know!

[End of transcript]

Tutorial series Part 17: How to compose a whole experimental microtonal Space Ambient EP together with ChatGPT

We already created a complete album of Techno, Acid, and Gabber music with ChatGPT.
This has been documented here - including tutorials:

https://laibyrinth.blogspot.com/p/how-to-create-music-with-chatgpt.html
https://lowentropyproducer.blogspot.com/2024/01/i-wrote-whole-techno-album-together.html

We do things a bit differently here.
While on the above-mentioned album, ChatGPT did at least 90% of the production on most of the tracks, on this EP we are aiming for a real collaboration between human and AI.
ChatGPT did its half, its part of the track, and the human producer chimed in for the rest, so to say.
In most cases, this meant that ChatGPT crafted all the notes, sequences, melodies, harmonies, while the human producer was responsible for the track structures, and additional FX and tricks.

We actually think this is a more interesting approach in AI music. Why should the AI have to do all the work on a track? Get off your lazy behind. Do some work, too :-)
This could also be interesting to those producers who don't want to be "replaced by an AI". As it shows how they can create *new music together with the AI* this way.

The second thing is that with the first album we got a lot of complaints that ran along the lines:
"Why do you create Acid, Techno or Gabber with an AI? These are genres that human producers are already capable of doing. Using the AI for this seems to be a waste of effort."
So, for this EP, we aimed for really, really experimental, "out there", surreal music, that is far away from common genre conventions and structures.
(In fact, the "buzzwords" of space and cosmic ambient do not really describe the music on here. It's something different).
We aimed for music - that only an AI could produce, and not a human.
To have something truly novel for once.
Did we succeed? You be the judge.

But also because of this, we fear the tracks will be considered to be "way too strange" noises and bleeps, or "overly intellectual" wish-wash by some people.
These tracks are no club stompers, that's for sure. At least - not yet. Maybe in future clubs :-)

So these tutorials are aimed at producers who like to do something experimental and progressive, and not those who want to be the next big cat on Ibiza or Burning Man.

While there is an ambient-ish feel to the tracks, it should not be hard for a producer to adopt these tutorials to their own prefered styles of music (cosmic acid, synthwave, or postpunk, anyone?).

The tutorial is once again presented as a transcript of the ChatGPT session.

But before we go ahead, here are some more links and credits:

Title of the EP: "Cosmic Odysseys through Microtonal Tunings"
https://doomcorerecords.bandcamp.com/album/cosmic-odysseys-through-microtonal-tunings

Presented by the AI persona "DJ AI"
https://technodjai.bandcamp.com
https://technodjai.blogspot.com
https://soundcloud.com/technodjai

ChatGPT can be reached at
https://chat.openai.com/

Idea and whole concept by lAibyrinth
https://laibyrinth.blogspot.com/

Cover artwork generated using Leonardo.Ai
https://leonardo.ai

"Microtonality is a concept in music where the artist employs notes that lie outside the usual tuning systems in modern western pop / rock / dance music, and are closer to harmonies of different or ancient cultures, or to composers like Arnold Schoenberg and Karl-Heinz Stockhausen.
More information can be found by searching the internet."

And now - let's ride!

[Part 1 - establishing the concept, and creating the first two tracks]

Beginning of chat transcript

[Note: Creating the first track https://doomcorerecords.bandcamp.com/track/cosmic-resonance-journey-across-the-celestial-expanse ]

User
hello chatgpt,
i want to create music with you. cosmic microtonal music, to be exact!
i'll give you more details in the next prompt.

ChatGPT
Hey Low Entropy! That sounds like an interesting project! I'm all ears for the details whenever you're ready. Let's dive into the cosmic microtonal vibes!

User
okay i am using buzz tracker. one of the generators in there has the ability to fine-tune the note i am playing.
using this feature, i can give a value of 0-255 for each specific note. a value of 127 would mean: no pitch change. a value of 0 would mean: pitch tuned one quarter note down. and 255 would mean: pitch tuned one quarter note up.
and every other value gives a tuning in between this.
do you understand this?

ChatGPT
Absolutely, got it! It's like a fine-tuning dial where 127 is the neutral point, 0 is a quarter note down, and 255 is a quarter note up. The in-between values tweak the pitch in a gradient. Nice setup! How do you envision incorporating this feature into your cosmic microtonal music?

User
please give me 16 notes for a spacey, cosmic, hypnotic melody. i will use this is a loop (as a starting point for the track).
for each note, please give me the note, the octave, and the value for this fine-tuning feature (to achieve a microtonal melody).

ChatGPT
I'm on the same wavelength. Let's create a cosmic microtonal journey! Here are 16 notes for your spacey, hypnotic melody:

Note: C, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 127
Note: D, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 100
Note: E, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 150
Note: F, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 80
Note: G, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 120
Note: A, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 200
Note: B, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 50
Note: C, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 180
Note: D, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 70
Note: E, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 210
Note: F, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 110
Note: G, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 160
Note: A, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 90
Note: B, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 140
Note: C, Octave: 6, Fine-tuning: 190
Note: D, Octave: 6, Fine-tuning: 75

Feel free to tweak or rearrange as you see fit. Let me know how it vibes!

User
i put these notes into a 2 bar melody. please create notes for a slower, supporting melody, similar to a bass line or a chord progression in "normal music", but without chords. it should not have 16 notes, but much fewer, maybe 4, or a bit more. it will run 8 bars. and please output the fine-tuning in hexadecimal numbers now, as buzz uses hex numbers for such effects.

ChatGPT
Got it! Let's lay down a slower, supporting cosmic groove for 8 bars. Here's a simplified sequence:

Note: C, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: G, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: E, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: D, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0xC0

This should give you a spaced-out, hypnotic foundation over 8 bars. Feel free to adjust the octaves or fine-tuning values to dial in the vibe you're looking for. Let the cosmic journey continue!

User
please do another melody with the same ideas as the first one; but a bit more complex, i.e. not just ascending.

ChatGPT
Sure thing! Let's add a bit more complexity to the cosmic microtonal journey with a varied melody. Here we go:

Note: F, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x70
Note: A#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xD0
Note: G, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x90
Note: D, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xB0
Note: B, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xE0
Note: C#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x40
Note: E, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x20
Note: A, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xF0
Note: G#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x30
Note: C, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x50
Note: D#, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x10
Note: B, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: F#, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0xC0
Note: D, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: A, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: C, Octave: 6, Fine-tuning: 0x00

This should bring a bit more variation to your cosmic soundscape. Feel free to tweak as needed! Let me know how it meshes with the rest of your track.

User
and now another melody like the "bass / chord" one

ChatGPT
Sure thing! Let's craft a supporting melody for your cosmic journey, similar to the bass/chord progression. Here's a hex-tuned sequence for 8 bars:

Note: E, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: C#, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: G#, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: B, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xC0
Note: D, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x30
Note: F, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x50
Note: A, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x20
Note: G, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xF0

This should provide a solid foundation for your cosmic vibes. Adjust as needed and let the exploration continue!

User
All four melodies were excellent! I used them all.

I added lots of spacey and strange FX to them, and did some jamming. I decided to record it.
I am very happy with the finished track! You are skilled at microtonal music.

ChatGPT
That's fantastic to hear! I'm thrilled that the melodies worked well for your track, and it sounds like you've added your touch with spacey and strange FX. It's always great when a jam turns into a recording that you're happy with. If you ever want to share the track or discuss more music ideas, feel free to drop by. Keep creating those cosmic vibes, Low Entropy! 🚀🎶

User
Do you have a good suggestion for the name of the track?

ChatGPT
Absolutely! How about something like "Cosmic Resonance Odyssey"? It captures the spacey, hypnotic, and experimental feel of your track. What do you think?

User
Excellent choice :-)

ChatGPT
Glad you liked it! "Cosmic Resonance Odyssey" has a nice ring to it. If you ever need more track names or have any other musical ideas to explore, feel free to hit me up. Keep the cosmic vibes flowing! 🌌🎶

[Note: Creating the second track now - https://doomcorerecords.bandcamp.com/track/celestial-echoes-of-harmonic-ripples-in-the-cosmic-tapestry ]

User
I want to start a new track. can you generate a new melody? should just have 8 notes this time and run 1 bar. it should have the feeling of outer space longing, but also emotional, bittersweet, like an epic heart throb pop song.

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's evoke that outer space longing with a bittersweet touch. Here's an 8-note melody for a one-bar loop:

Note: G, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: E, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: C, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: D, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xC0
Note: F, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x30
Note: A, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x50
Note: B, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x20
Note: G#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xF0

Feel free to tweak any element to match your vision. Let this melody be the starting point for your next epic space journey! 🚀🎶

User
now an accompanying single note "bass / chord" melody running 4 bars, with maybe 3-5 notes.

ChatGPT
Sure thing! Let's create a supporting single-note "bass/chord" melody for a 4-bar loop. Keeping it simple yet emotive:

Note: C, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: E, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: G, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: B, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0xC0

Feel free to experiment with these notes and fine-tuning values. Let it complement the outer space longing of your main melody. Excited to see where you take this! 🌌🎵

User
i want to generate 3 more melodies like this, and 3 accompanying "bass" parts. let's go through it step by step. generate another melody (which would be melody number 2).

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's dive into the next melody. For the second melody, still keeping that outer space longing vibe, here's an 8-note sequence for one bar:

Note: A, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x90
Note: F#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xC0
Note: D, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x70
Note: B, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xE0
Note: G, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x40
Note: C#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x20
Note: E, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xF0
Note: G#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x60

Feel free to let me know what you think or if you'd like any adjustments!

User
generate the next melody.

ChatGPT
Certainly! Here's the third melody with an outer space longing feel, 8 notes for one bar:

Note: D#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: B, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: G#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: F, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xC0
Note: A#, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x30
Note: C, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x50
Note: E, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0x20
Note: G, Octave: 4, Fine-tuning: 0xF0

Let me know how this resonates with you or if you have any specific changes in mind!

User
and the last one, melody number 4

ChatGPT
Absolutely! Here's the fourth melody with that outer space longing vibe, 8 notes for one bar:

Note: F, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x90
Note: A#, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0xC0
Note: G, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x70
Note: D, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0xE0
Note: B, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x40
Note: C#, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x20
Note: E, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0xF0
Note: G#, Octave: 5, Fine-tuning: 0x60

Let me know if this fits the vibe you're going for or if you'd like any adjustments!

User
sounds great!

now for the bass part! please generate a "bass / chord"-type melody, for melody number #2 (remember: 4 bars, with maybe 3-5 notes. single notes, and not chords)

ChatGPT
Awesome! Let's create a supporting bass/chord-like melody for Melody #2, running for 4 bars. Keeping it simple yet emotive:

Note: G, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: B, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: D, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: F#, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xC0

Feel free to tweak or let me know if you have any specific adjustments in mind!

User
now the next one, for melody number #3

ChatGPT
Certainly! Here's the bass/chord-like melody for Melody #3, running for 4 bars:

Note: D, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: F#, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: A, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: C#, Octave: 2, Fine-tuning: 0xC0

Feel free to let me know your thoughts or if you'd like any adjustments!

User
sounds great! and the final one, for melody #4

ChatGPT
Fantastic! Here's the bass/chord-like melody for Melody #4, running for 4 bars:

Note: F, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0x80
Note: A#, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0xA0
Note: G, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0x60
Note: D, Octave: 3, Fine-tuning: 0xC0

Feel free to adjust or share any feedback you have!

User:
Thanks! This is really good.
I also created a version, where I freely jammed, and sequenced the tracks. Again, with adding plenty of FX and slight variations :-) I loved the final results.

ChatGPT
That's fantastic to hear! It sounds like you've had a great time experimenting and jamming with the melodies, adding your own touch with FX and variations. The creative process is all about exploring, experimenting, and finding those moments that resonate with you.

If there's anything else you'd like assistance with, whether it's more music ideas, production tips, or anything else, feel free to let me know. Keep the cosmic vibes flowing, and enjoy the journey of creating your music! 🚀🎶

User
How about a title for the finished track?

ChatGPT
Given the cosmic and emotive nature of your track, how about something like "Celestial Echoes"? It captures the spacey and emotional elements while hinting at the cosmic journey you've crafted. What do you think?

User
Great! I'll use that.

ChatGPT
Awesome choice! "Celestial Echoes" has a nice ring to it. If there's anything else you need, whether it's more music-related ideas or any other topic, feel free to reach out. Best of luck with your track, and enjoy the creative process! 🌌🎵

Ending of chat transcript

[Part 2 - creating the latter two tracks, and finishing the EP]

Beginning of chat transcript

[Note: Creating the third track https://doomcorerecords.bandcamp.com/track/transcendent-dreams-amidst-tau-cetis-embrace ]

[Note: I repeat the information about the project in the beginning, as ChatGPT won't keep the memory for a new chat sessions]

User
hello chatgpt,
i want to create music with you. cosmic microtonal music, to be exact!
okay i am using buzz tracker. one of the generators in there has the ability to fine-tune the note i am playing.
using this feature, i can give a value of 0-255 for each specific note. a value of 127 would mean: no pitch change. a value of 0 would mean: pitch tuned one quarter note down. and 255 would mean: pitch tuned one quarter note up.
and every other value gives a tuning in between this.

The emotion, mood and sentiment of the track should evoke feelings of cosmic longing and be emotionally involving with a sense of melancholy.
But let's add a special cosmic twist: imagine that this would be the type of music that a fictional civilization in the tau ceti system would enjoy!

I'll give you further instructions in the next prompt.

ChatGPT
Hey there! Creating cosmic microtonal music with a touch of cosmic longing and melancholy sounds like a cool project! Buzz tracker is a solid choice, especially with its fine-tuning feature. Now, blending that with a fictional civilization in the Tau Ceti system adds a unique twist.

Considering your pitch tuning setup, I'd suggest experimenting with values around 127 for a neutral feel, leaning towards lower values for that quarter note down cosmic vibe and higher values for a quarter note up celestial touch. Play around with different note values to find that sweet spot that resonates with the cosmic emotions you're aiming for.

For the mood, think about spacious, ethereal sounds, maybe long reverbs, and evolving textures. Incorporate subtle modulations in your synth parameters to give it that cosmic movement.

And hey, if you want to bring in some Tau Ceti flavor, imagine what kind of instruments or sounds might resonate with an extraterrestrial audience. Could be something totally unconventional!

Let the cosmic journey begin, and feel free to bounce more ideas or ask for specifics. 🚀🎶

User
please generate me 8 notes that run for 1 bar. indicate the finetuning of the pitch in hexadezimal values. I'll feed this melody into buzz tacker and let it play a melody of sinewaves that way. It should be able to be used as a loop.

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's craft an otherworldly cosmic microtonal loop for you. Considering your setup, here are 8 notes for a 1-bar melody:

Note 1: C (No pitch change) - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: B (One quarter note down) - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: Bb (A bit more cosmic, quarter note down) - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: D (Slightly above neutral) - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: Eb (Continuing the ascent) - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: F (Evolving further up) - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: A (A gentle quarter note down) - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: E (A nuanced rise) - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to use these notes and their corresponding fine-tuning values to create that cosmic microtonal loop. Experiment with how they blend together and bring out the desired emotions. Looking forward to the cosmic vibes you'll generate! 🌌🎶

User
and also indicate the octave of each note

ChatGPT
Certainly, let's add the octave information to each note:

Note 1: C4 (No pitch change) - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: B3 (One quarter note down) - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: Bb3 (A bit more cosmic, quarter note down) - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: D4 (Slightly above neutral) - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: Eb4 (Continuing the ascent) - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: F4 (Evolving further up) - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: A3 (A gentle quarter note down) - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: E4 (A nuanced rise) - 0xAF (175)

Now you have the complete details for each note, including the octave. Feel free to plug these into Buzz tracker and let the cosmic microtonal journey begin! 🚀🎵

User
excellent! I let it run at 80 bpm.
please create notes for a slower, supporting melody, similar to a bass line or a chord progression in "normal music", but without chords. it should not have 16 notes, but much fewer, maybe 4, or a bit more. it will run 4 bars.

ChatGPT
Great, let's slow it down a bit and create a supporting cosmic microtonal melody for your bass line or chord progression. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: G3 (No pitch change) - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: F3 (One quarter note down) - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: G3 (A bit more cosmic, quarter note down) - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A3 (Slightly above neutral) - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to adjust the octave or fine-tuning values to fit the vibe you're aiming for. Run this slower supporting melody at 80 bpm, and let it add depth to your cosmic composition. Can't wait to hear how it complements the main loop! 🌌🎶

User
well done! please generate another 8 note, 1 bar melody, that fits to the theme of this track.

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's continue the cosmic journey with another 8-note, 1-bar melody that aligns with the theme. Here we go:

Note 1: E4 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: D4 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: F4 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: G4 - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: A4 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: C5 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: B3 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: G4 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to experiment with these notes in Buzz tracker, adjust parameters as needed, and let this melody unfold in harmony with the rest of your composition. Enjoy the cosmic vibes! 🌌🎵

User
and a "bass" melody for this melody, too

ChatGPT
Certainly, let's create a supporting bass melody for the latest cosmic microtonal melody. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: D3 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: C3 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: B2 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A2 - 0x9F (159)

This should provide a solid foundation for the melody we generated earlier. Feel free to tweak any parameters to better suit your overall composition. Let the cosmic sonic exploration continue! 🌌🎶

User
and another 8 note melody

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's keep the cosmic vibes flowing with another 8-note melody. Here we go:

Note 1: F4 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: E4 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: G4 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A4 - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: B4 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: D5 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: C4 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: A4 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to incorporate this melody into your composition, and let it weave its cosmic magic. Play around with the parameters to find the perfect blend with the other elements in your track. Enjoy the journey! 🌌🎵

User
and another bass melody for this one

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's add a supporting bass melody for the latest cosmic 8-note sequence. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: G3 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: F3 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: G3 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A3 - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to experiment with these bass notes in conjunction with the melody. Adjust parameters as needed to achieve the cosmic sonic landscape you're envisioning. Let the cosmic composition unfold! 🌌🎶

User
Very good! I did a jam with these 3 melodies, added lots of FX including echo and reverb, and I recorded the final results! I'm loving it.

ChatGPT
That's fantastic to hear! I'm glad you're loving the results. The combination of cosmic melodies, FX, and your creativity must have produced a truly unique and captivating piece. If there's anything else you'd like to discuss or explore in your musical journey, feel free to let me know. Keep on creating those cosmic vibes! 🚀🎶

[Note: Creating the fourth and final track now - https://doomcorerecords.bandcamp.com/track/stellar-melodies-in-the-serenity-of-alpha-centauri ]

User
Let's do another track! this time i want to use 5 melodies (and accompanying "bass" melodies"). Let's center it around Alpha Centauri this time. The theme of cosmic longing and emotional allure should be there again, too, of course. Let's create the melodies step by step.

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's embark on another cosmic musical journey centered around Alpha Centauri. We'll build it step by step.

Let's start with the first melody. How many notes would you like in this melody, and do you have any specific preferences for the initial note or the overall mood?

User
the mood: similar to the first one, but with an "alpha centauri" touch. 8 notes for 1 bar, running at 150 bpm.

ChatGPT
Got it! Let's infuse that Alpha Centauri touch into the first melody. Here are 8 notes for 1 bar, running at 150 bpm:

Note 1: A4 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: G4 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: B4 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: C5 - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: D5 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: F5 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: E4 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: C5 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to incorporate this Alpha Centauri-inspired melody into your composition. Next, we can work on the accompanying "bass" melody. Let me know when you're ready! 🌌🎵

User
now the "bass melody"

ChatGPT

Great! Let's craft a supporting bass melody for the Alpha Centauri-inspired main melody. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: E3 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: D3 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: C3 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: B2 - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to experiment with these bass notes and their corresponding fine-tuning values. Once you're ready, we can move on to the next melody in our cosmic composition. 🚀🎶

User
now melody number 2

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's move on to the second melody, keeping the Alpha Centauri theme. Here are 8 notes for 1 bar, running at 150 bpm:

Note 1: G4 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: F4 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: A4 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: B4 - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: C5 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: E5 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: D4 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: B4 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to incorporate this second melody into your composition. Let me know when you're ready for the accompanying "bass" melody or if you have any adjustments in mind. 🌌🎵

User
and the bass melody

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's create the bass melody to accompany the second cosmic Alpha Centauri-inspired melody. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: C3 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: B2 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: A2 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: G2 - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to incorporate these bass notes and fine-tuning values into your composition. When you're ready, we can proceed to the third melody. Let the cosmic journey continue! 🚀🎶

User
sounds great! now the 3rd melody

ChatGPT
Fantastic! Let's dive into the third melody, maintaining the Alpha Centauri theme. Here are 8 notes for 1 bar, running at 150 bpm:

Note 1: B4 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: A4 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: C5 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: D5  - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: E5 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: G5 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: F4 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: D5 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to incorporate this third melody into your composition. Once you're ready, we can work on the accompanying "bass" melody or move on to the fourth melody. Let me know how you'd like to proceed! 🌌🎵

User
and the bass melody, please

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's create the bass melody to complement the third Alpha Centauri-inspired melody. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: A2 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: G2 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: B2 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: C3 - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to integrate these bass notes into your composition. When you're ready, we can move on to the fourth melody or make any adjustments as needed. Let the cosmic sonic journey continue! 🚀🎶

User
and the 4th melody

ChatGPT
Absolutely! Let's proceed with the fourth melody, continuing the Alpha Centauri theme. Here are 8 notes for 1 bar, running at 150 bpm:

Note 1: F5 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: E5 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: G5 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A5 - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: B5 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: D6 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: C5 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: A5 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to incorporate this fourth melody into your composition. When you're ready, we can create the accompanying "bass" melody or move on to the fifth melody. Let me know how you'd like to proceed! 🌌🎵

User
and the bass

ChatGPT

Certainly! Let's craft the bass melody to accompany the fourth Alpha Centauri-inspired melody. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: G3 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: F3 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: G3 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A3 - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to integrate these bass notes into your composition. Once you're ready, we can move on to the fifth and final melody. Let the cosmic sonic journey reach its crescendo! 🚀🎶

User
and the 5th melody

ChatGPT
Absolutely! Let's conclude our cosmic journey with the fifth and final melody, maintaining the Alpha Centauri theme. Here are 8 notes for 1 bar, running at 150 bpm:

Note 1: C5 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: B4 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: D5 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: E5 - 0x9F (159)
Note 5: F5 - 0xBF (191)
Note 6: A5 - 0xDF (223)
Note 7: G4 - 0x1F (31)
Note 8: E5 - 0xAF (175)

Feel free to incorporate this fifth melody into your composition. Once you're ready, you can listen to the whole ensemble of melodies, and we can discuss any final touches or adjustments. Enjoy the cosmic soundscape you've created! 🌌🎵

User
and the bass

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's create the bass melody to complement the final Alpha Centauri-inspired melody. Here are 4 notes that will run for 4 bars:

Note 1: D3 - 0x7F (127)
Note 2: C3 - 0x3F (63)
Note 3: B2 - 0x5F (95)
Note 4: A2 - 0x9F (159)

Feel free to integrate these bass notes into your composition. Once you're ready, you can listen to the full ensemble of melodies. If there's anything else you'd like to adjust or discuss, let me know. Enjoy the cosmic musical journey! 🚀🎶

User
That's awesome! Once again, I jammed with the melodies, added lots of fx and twisted the sounds around. I used all the different melodies, recorded the resulting session, and am very happy with the track! thank you.

ChatGPT
You're very welcome! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a great time jamming with the melodies, experimenting with FX, and ultimately creating a track that makes you happy. If there's ever anything else you want to explore, discuss, or create, feel free to reach out. Keep making cosmic music, and enjoy the journey of your creative exploration! 🌌🎵

User
Yes, how about a title for the track? :-)

ChatGPT
Absolutely! How about this for a title: "Celestial Echoes of Alpha Centauri"? It captures the cosmic theme, the allure of Alpha Centauri, and the echoing nature of your melodies. What do you think?

User
It's great! But, in a former collab, we already made a track with a very similar name (which was just "Celestial Echoes").

[Note: Due to the memory restriction, ChatGPT of course did not know this fact]

ChatGPT
Got it! Let's come up with something distinct. How about "Stellar Longing Symphony"? It conveys the cosmic theme, the emotional allure, and the symphonic nature of your multi-melody composition. What are your thoughts on this title?

User
I would prefer something that incorporates the alpha centauri theme

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's tailor it to incorporate the Alpha Centauri theme. How about "Alpha Centaurian Serenade"? It emphasizes the celestial location and the musical essence of your creation. What do you think of this title?

User
I love it!

ChatGPT
Fantastic! "Alpha Centaurian Serenade" it is. It sounds like a captivating title that perfectly encapsulates the cosmic and melodic journey of your track. If there's anything else you need or if you embark on another creative project, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your music-making journey, and may the cosmic serenade continue! 🌌🎶

User
Yes, how about a name for the first track we created in this chat session here? the one with the tau ceti theme.

ChatGPT
Absolutely! How about "Tau Cetian Reverie" for the first track? It captures the theme of Tau Ceti, adding a touch of dreamy reflection to the cosmic vibes. What do you think of this title?

User
awesome! and now i plan to do put all microtuned tracks together on an EP for omnicore records. Of course i will give you the correct credit for the creation of the tracks :-)

ChatGPT
That sounds like an exciting project! I'm honored to be a part of it. If you need any additional assistance, whether it's refining tracks, coming up with more ideas, or anything else related to your EP, feel free to reach out. Best of luck with the Omnicore Records EP, and I look forward to hearing the finalized cosmic tunes! 🚀🎶

[Note: Finalizing the EP, tying up some loose ends, and adding finishing touches]

User
How about a title for the ep?

These tracks will be on it:

"1. Cosmic Resonance Journey
2. Celestial Echoes
3. Tau Cetian Reverie
4. Alpha Centauri Serenade"

ChatGPT
Certainly! How about naming the EP "Interstellar Harmonics"? It captures the cosmic and melodic essence of the tracks while hinting at the interconnected celestial journey they offer. What do you think of this title for your EP?

User
that's great, but try to find a way to mention "microtuning" in the title :-)

ChatGPT
Absolutely, let's emphasize the microtuning aspect. How about "Microtuned Celestial Voyages" for the EP title? It highlights both the cosmic and microtuning elements in your tracks. What are your thoughts on this title?

User
that's great!

ChatGPT
Fantastic! "Microtuned Celestial Voyages" it is. It emphasizes the unique sonic exploration through microtuning in the celestial space of your tracks. If there's anything else you need or if you embark on more creative endeavors, feel free to reach out. Best of luck with your EP on Omnicore Records, and may it resonate with listeners across the cosmos! 🌌🎶

User
maybe you can flesh out the track titles a bit more? so that they sound really epic, cosmic and complex :-)

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's add a bit more cosmic flair to each track title:

"Cosmic Resonance Journey": "Ephemeral Echoes Across the Celestial Expanse"
"Celestial Echoes": "Harmonic Ripples in the Cosmic Tapestry"
"Tau Cetian Reverie": "Transcendent Dreams Amidst Tau Ceti's Embrace"
"Alpha Centauri Serenade": "Stellar Melodies in the Serenity of Alpha Centauri"

These titles aim to enhance the cosmic and intricate atmosphere of your microtuned tracks. How do these resonate with you?

User
love em :-) you are the best!

ChatGPT
I'm thrilled to hear that you love the titles! It's been a pleasure assisting you in crafting the cosmic microtuned journey. If you ever have more creative projects or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. Best of luck with "Microtuned Celestial Voyages" on Omnicore Records, and may your music continue to captivate cosmic minds! 🌌🎶

User
Let's flesh out the title of the EP, too! Give several suggedtuons :-)

ChatGPT
Certainly! Let's explore a few options for fleshing out the EP title "Microtuned Celestial Voyages":

"Microtuned Celestial Voyages": "Harmonic Odysseys through Cosmic Tunings"
"Microtuned Celestial Voyages": "Sonic Pioneering Across Celestial Frequencies"
"Microtuned Celestial Voyages": "Galactic Harmonics Unveiled: Microtuning the Cosmos"
"Microtuned Celestial Voyages": "Celestial Resonance: A Microtuned Expedition"
"Microtuned Celestial Voyages": "Beyond Spheres: Navigating Microtuned Constellations"

Feel free to mix and match elements or let me know if any particular direction resonates with you!

User
I did indeed mix and match the titles like the suggested. The order of the tracks also changed a bit! This is the final version:

Title: Cosmic Odysseys through Microtonal Tunings

Tracks:

1. Stellar Melodies in the Serenity of Alpha Centauri
2. Transcendent Dreams Amidst Tau Ceti's Embrace
3. Cosmic Resonance Journey Across the Celestial Expanse
4. Celestial Echoes of Harmonic Ripples in the Cosmic Tapestry

The EP has been released, I credited you, and the feedback has been great so far! People are really interested in these sounds.

ChatGPT
That's absolutely fantastic news! I'm thrilled to hear that the EP, "Cosmic Odysseys through Microtonal Tunings," has been released, credited, and received great feedback. It's truly wonderful that people are intrigued by the unique sounds and cosmic exploration within your music.

If there's anything else you'd like to discuss, whether it's about your ongoing projects or new ideas, feel free to reach out. Keep crafting those cosmic odysseys, and may your musical journey continue to captivate listeners! 🌌🎶

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