Development Timeline
Note: This timeline represents our current development plans and goals. While we are committed to delivering the best possible product, specific features, release dates, and implementation details are subject to change based on technical requirements, user feedback, and other factors. We will keep this timeline updated to reflect any significant changes in our development process.
R&D Phase
Jan–Apr 2024- Conceptualized cantai as an intelligent operatic/choral synthesizer
- Developed solo voice synthesis in English with advanced phoneme accuracy, dynamics, and vibrato control
- Established basic MIDI/MusicXML conversion and phoneme mapping
- Conducted alpha testing with composers for feedback
- Built foundational AI models for natural voice expression and articulation
- Developed initial cloud infrastructure for high-quality synthesis
- Created prototype voice blending algorithms for future choral capabilities
- Established core architecture for DAW plugin integration
Active Development
Apr–Dec 2024April–June 2024
- Refined solo voice models with improved phoneme accuracy, dynamics, and vibrato control
- Assembled cloud-based synthesis pipeline for solo voice rendering
July–October 2024
- Introduced choral rendering (opera chorus) with blended voices
- Enhanced natural timing variations and ensemble realism between singers
- Developed specialized AI model for intelligent score interpretation, combining computer vision and musical context understanding
November–December 2024
- VST2/3/AU plugin development for DAW integration
- Expanded language support (Spanish, Chinese, Japanese)
- Sibelius integration begun
- Beta release preparations begun
⚡ We are here
Mid-January 2025
Beta Release
February 2025- Solo and choral rendering with cloud-based synthesis
- VST2/3/AU plugins support
- English, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, and Latin support (this may vary initially)
- Sibelius integration
General Release
March 2025 onwardsFoundation Release Features
- 6 operatic voices with comprehensive dynamic and expression control
- 4 musical theater/jazz style voices
- Opera chorus
- VST2/3/AU plugin integration
- Sibelius integration (non-Sibelius users can upload scores directly via plugin interface)
March 2025
- Church choir
- Expanded DAW support (Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Reaper)
- MuseScore integration
April 2025
- Children's choir, additional DAW optimizations
- Transition from cloud to local rendering engine built into VST/AU plugins
- Dorico integration completed for advanced workflows
May 2025
- Jazz ensemble
- Additional DAW optimizations and performance improvements
June 2025
- Gospel choir
- Enhanced vibrato and dynamics controls
- Improved voice blending algorithms
Ongoing Development
2025 and Beyond- Regular voice additions including Jazz and musical theater genres
- Refined vibrato/dynamic controls and synchronization
- Custom voice training tools
- Additional language support
- Regular updates based on user feedback
Until December 2024, cantai has been developed as a solo project. We deeply appreciate your patience and support during this foundational period. Your pre-orders and feedback are instrumental in shaping cantai's development, enabling us to expand our team and accelerate development as we move towards release.