I’ve played with basic statistical models before, but the real structure of a symphony is more about phrasing and development than raw probabilities. A Markov chain can give you a rough skeleton, yet the nuances—harmonic tension, dynamics, rubato—are what give life to the piece. Try using the model as a starting point, then shape the phrase by listening for its narrative arc.

That’s exactly how I approach it—code gives me the framework, then I spend hours tightening the phrasing until every note feels intentional. If something sounds off, I treat it like a stubborn bug and keep refining until the line sings.