Harmonizing Sound and Light: MIDI-Enabled LED Visualization System, Kalu James Christopher Obasi, UG '25 (704C3684)

This report presents an innovative approach to music visualization, focusing on creating an interactive electronic system that provides users with a multi-sensory music-making experience. The system integrates a MIDI controller, LED strip, and Arduino microcontroller to translate tactile input into both visual and auditory output. By prioritizing simplicity, intuitiveness, and compatibility with a wide range of MIDI devices, the system aims to make music visualization accessible to users with varying levels of musical background. Evaluation of the system highlights its successes in achieving simplicity, usability, and minimal hardware requirements. Ultimately, this project demonstrates the creative possibilities at the intersection of computer science and artistic expression, inviting further exploration and adaptation by others interested in music visualization.