OSC-Qasm: Interfacing Music Software with Quantum Computing

TL;DR

OSC-Qasm is a Python-based interface that enables creative artists to connect music software environments with quantum computing hardware using the OSC protocol, fostering new artistic possibilities.

Contribution

The paper introduces OSC-Qasm, a novel cross-platform tool that bridges music programming environments with quantum computing hardware via OSC and Qasm.

Findings

Enables real-time communication between music software and quantum hardware

Facilitates creative exploration of quantum computing in music

Provides a simple, accessible interface for artists to experiment with quantum code

Abstract

OSC-Qasm is a cross-platform, Python-based, OSC interface for executing Qasm code. It serves as a simple way to connect creative programming environments like Max (with The QAC Toolkit) and Pure Data with real quantum hardware, using the Open Sound Control protocol. In this paper, the authors introduce the context and meaning of developing a tool like this, and what it can offer to creative artists.