Bloom HD

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Release Date: 2010-05-31

Label: Opal Limited

A generative music app created specifically for Apple's iPad. Developed by Brian Eno and Peter Chilvers, 'Bloom HD' is available at iTunes App Store (visit generativemusic.com for details).

The app provides both a "Listen" mode, for passive listening, and a "Create" mode which enables interaction and provides options for compositional input. Several other options are available that affect its generated compositions and overall sound in both "Listen" and "Create" modes.

On February 27, 2016 Peter Chilvers posted the following at his website (peterchilvers.com):

"Bloom, my first app with Brian Eno has been given a complete interface redesign for iOS 8, and is available now to existing users as a free update. Bloom HD on the iPad also has improved graphics."


The following are details found at iTunes:

Bloom HD
By Opal Limited

Description
Bloom, the acclaimed app by ambient pioneer Brian Eno and musician / software designer Peter Chilvers has been fully reworked to take advantage of the iPad’s larger screen.

As part of the first wave of applications for the iPhone and iPod touch in 2008, Bloom redefined musical boundaries. Part instrument, part composition and part artwork, Bloom's innovative controls allow anyone to create elaborate patterns and unique melodies by simply tapping the screen. A generative music player takes over when Bloom is left idle, creating an infinite selection of compositions and their accompanying visualisations.

Bloom HD preserves the sounds and features of the original version, but adds a stylish new interface which allows the user to fully immerse themselves in the fullscreen experience or to continue to play on a smaller area while adjusting controls.

"Bloom is an endless music machine, a music box for the 21st century. You can play it, and you can watch it play itself."
- Brian Eno

Features

- Classic, Infinite and Freestyle modes
- 12 different mood settings
- 3 sounds
- Random mood shuffle
- Adjustable delay
- Evolve when idle
- Sleep Timer

Recommended for headphones or external speakers.

[ The current version (as of 2016/12/30) : ]

Updated: Dec 01, 2015
Version: 1.3
Size: 18.4 MB
Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish
Seller: Opal Limited
© 2010 Opal Limited

Compatibility: Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPad.

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