TeAr - The Text Arpeggiator

TeAr is a polyrhythmic and polyphonic MIDI arpeggiator plugin. It features four independent arpeggiator engines, each with its own pattern, subdivision, and MIDI output channel. This allows for the creation of complex, evolving musical phrases and textures.

At its core, TeAr is scale-aware. You can select a root note and one of many scale types, and the arpeggiators will intelligently conform to that musical context. A "Follow MIDI In" mode allows the scale's root to be changed dynamically by the notes you play.

Key Features

• Four Independent Arpeggiator Engines: Create complex polyrhythms and layered melodic lines.
• Per-Arp Controls: Each engine has its own On/Off switch, pattern editor, subdivision, and MIDI output channel.
• Simple yet Powerful Pattern Language: A rich text-based language for defining arpeggio sequences with modifiers for velocity, octave, and pitch.
• Comprehensive Scale Library: A wide selection of musical scales and modes to define the harmonic landscape.
• Visual Feedback: A real-time scale display highlights the active scale, its root, and the notes currently being played by each arpeggiator, color-coded for clarity.

Pattern Language Documentation

The pattern string consists of characters that define the arpeggio's behavior at each step. Please visit TeAr's github web page for details of the commands.

Demo video

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Tutorial video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWOuQep7nIs