AppLink Apps
Strike a Chord
This text discusses an innovative approach to learning Music theory and improvisation through interactive piano lessons. The focus is on fundamental concepts such as key names, intervals, and triads, which are taught step by step. The internal keyboard guides users in composing short compositions, which can be recorded on an iPad with or without backing drums. Suitable for both beginners and experienced pianists, the lessons emphasize reading chord symbols and developing improvisation skills. Users are prompted to immediately apply the newly learned elements by composing their own songs. The benefits of this approach include ear-training, improvisation, and rhythmic integration. The ultimate goal is to record the created song, with a playback feature allowing users to evaluate their performance and make improvements if desired. Various drum loops provide musical direction to the performance. Additionally, users have the option to share their recorded songs on Facebook, enabling them to enjoy music with friends.