This is the readme file on how to run the code
This displays the song that can be run using VLC
All the files i have created (including the songs)

Inspiration

The inspiration behind CarolMaker: The Holiday Remix came from the idea of merging the world of coding and music creation. I wanted to explore how technology could be used to customize and generate holiday music, making it more accessible and fun for everyone. The popularity of MIDI files in music programming and live shows sparked the curiosity to experiment and learn how these could be tailored for different purposes.

What it does

CarolMaker: The Holiday Remix allows users to create custom MIDI versions of classic holiday songs, like "Jingle Bells." It enables adjustments to the song’s length, tempo, and timing, giving users the freedom to remix, extend, and personalize their favorite tracks. This tool can be used for creating unique holiday playlists, soundtracks for projects, or simply exploring music programming.

How we built it

We used Python's MIDIUtil library to handle MIDI file creation. The code plays a sequence of notes based on defined patterns, allowing for easy manipulation of tempo and note duration. Custom functions were created to add timing and section repetition to make the songs longer or shorter.

Challenges we ran into

The biggest challenge was finding the right beats and learning how to structure the song. Additionally, understanding how to create loops and handle complex timing took time and experimentation.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

I’m proud of learning how to build a working tool that mixes coding with music. I’m also proud of overcoming the challenges of note timing, making loops, and successfully customizing the song to fit different lengths and tempos.

What we learned

I learned how to manipulate MIDI files programmatically and how to combine coding logic with musical structure. It was exciting to understand how loops, beats, and tempo adjustments work in music programming.

What's next for CarolMaker: The Holiday Remix

In the future, I plan to expand CarolMaker by adding more complex music features, like different instruments, more advanced tempo control, and the ability to handle multiple song versions. I also want to create a user-friendly interface so that anyone can use it to generate their own custom holiday music tracks.