Score Following

Score following is a technology that allows a computer or device to listen to live music and automatically track which part of a musical score the performer is playing. It works by analyzing the sound in real-time and matching it to a digital version of the sheet music. This enables applications like live accompaniment, interactive music learning, or real-time visualization, ensuring the system stays in sync with the performer’s timing and notes. Essentially, it’s about a machine understanding and following a live performance’s progress to provide seamless support or interaction.