Introducing RapidComposer

RapidComposer is a rapid music prototyping software designed for composers, song-writers and musicians of all musical styles.
Whether you are a seasoned professional or simply ready to take your music to the next level, RapidComposer is the complete solution you need for faster and more productive music composition.

Latest release: v1.83 (January 25, 2012). Check the History for changes.

RapidComposer features (click on a feature to see screenshots):

Advanced tools for phrase editing, phrase generation, phrase morphing, phrase grouping, motif development, chord progression editing, Timeline with chords which all phrases automatically conform to Piano roll with scale notes, visually editable chord notes, and smart arranging of overlapped notes in two styles. In-place non-destructive phrase-level and note-level editing 2D view of the composition with structure editor as opposed to 1D view of DAW applications Sophisticated MIDI CC editing and recording Articulations can be assigned to phrases or even individual notes Extensive scale, chord, guitar chord, chord progression databases, Taggable instrument database of all MIDI, VSTi and SF2 presets in one place IdeaTool that can generate a multitrack composition based on the provided parameters and rules Unlimited undo and the ability to make several versions of the same composition Fully customizable user interface with preset themes Virtual instruments (VSTi v2.4 plugins) support SoundFont (.SF2) support Standalone and VST version with 128-channel MIDI output

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Focus On Music!

RapidComposer allows you to focus on the big picture instead of tinkering with notes. As a composer you want to work with scales, chords, phrases and variations. With the unique non-destructive approach of the software you can modify ANY aspect of your composition ANY TIME, even at the highest level. For example you can change the structure (add a new verse or line or remove them), or use a different scale/chord progression or a different key even on a finished composition.

You can drag and drop a chord progression on your composition (or any part of it) if you want to. The phrases are smart, they always conform to the current chord and scale so you cannot go wrong. Thanks to the advanced instrument management when you select an acoustic guitar instrument, guitar chords will automatically be used for that track. Not to mention that you can add your own tags to instruments. These were just a few examples, you must try it yourself! You will see that your ideas will come to life in virtually no time.

Be Original!

You won't find dozens of musical styles, or thousands of ready-made patterns included with this application. However we provide you amazing tools to unleash your creativity. With the included phrase and rhythm generators you can generate thousands of phrases based on your requirements. The Idea Tool will generate a multitrack composition the way you want. You just need to set the conditions and rules of the tool and press the "Generate" button. This application is an infinite source of inspiration, and soon you will be wondering how you could have ever worked without it.

Music Interpretation

Whenever you import a MIDI file or record from your keyboard, RapidComposer will analyse the notes, fill the master track with harmonies, and convert the notes to parametric representation. The advantage of separating the form and harmony is significant, e.g. you can play back a Bach piece using the chords of Hotel California! Or listen to your composition in another key, or with another chord progression. The possibilities are endless. Unlike other music prototyping software, the imported notes will not change; there is no reason the imported file should sound differently. You can manually override automatic harmonization decisions from chord suggestions.