I find that SuperCollider and the Bach Library for Max/MSP complement each other really well when experimenting with real-time pattern manipulation, especially when there’s a need to visualize the stream in standard notation. The Bach library’s piano roll object can transcribe incoming MIDI data on the fly. I often use this setup when playing around with patterns, exporting fragments I like to incorporate into instrumental compositions in some way. SuperCollider definitely holds a lot of potential for works in the acoustic concert music realm too!
