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Not what I expected.
I am an experienced pianist, so cannot comment on the teaching tools, but I am disappointed with the sheet music, as in there is none. My complaints:
1. You must play from the line that only shows a few bars at a time.
2. You cannot slow the speed of the flow - at least not that I can figure out. I’m a good sight reader, but It would be nice to be able to do that when first learning a new song.
3. You only see the key you are in at the start of the flow. I would like be able to glance at a key signature from time to time, especially in songs where it changes throughout.
4. I would like the option of downloading the sheet music so that I done have to deal with the flow line only. I would be fine with a small fee to download a digital file.
5. There seems to be a glitch in connecting to Bluetooth. My Roland has a blue tooth connection - this is the first time I’ve had trouble connecting.
6. It does not seem there are 1000+ songs. Where are they hiding?
What I like — the partners arrangements and being able to hear and see their scores - albeit a few bars at a time. I will need to go to them to purchase the digital files and hopefully they are available from them.
If you want to try it - pay for one month only to see if this is something for you. I paid for 3 months and unless I see some other benefits, that will be all I am in for.Show lessSterlingSky
Developer Response
Thanks for your detailed feedback. We definitely appreciate that - even though we're really sorry to hear that flowkey does not meet your expectations yet. I hope, I can help you to get the most out of your subscription, so I'd like to help you with the different practice modes: After you've selected a hand that you want to start practicing, you have three different speed options: flow mode (where the app waits for you to play the correct note), 50% speed and 75% speed. It's true, when the key signature changes in a song, it doesn't stay at the beginning of the stave - however in songs that keep the key signature throughout the song, you'll always see it at the beginning of the stave. Downloading the sheet music is indeed not possible and we want to find a solution for that. Most partner arrangements can be found online though, and our support can help you finding them as well. If you should still have troubles with the Bluetooth connection, please contact our support via mail: support@flowkey.com They are always happy to help. Hope we can help you get the most out of your subscription!Incredibly false-advertised.
Their subscription page says you will have access to 1000+ songs. In reality, there are actually 216. Note that the selection is decent for such a small slice of the music world, but there is no excuse for such Lies. I wanted to like this app, but many of the songs are only portions of said songs, which differ in quality. If you are going to spend 20$ a month, or more outrageously, 300$ for a lifetime subscription, you ought to get a real tutor. Unless the price drops to adjust to the song quantity and quality, you will do better elsewhere.
Edit: raised stars because developer responses are great forms of customer service. I will look into the matter and contact your team. This has been greatly appreciated. Will be in contact soon.Show lessBlake Harris
