# JazzChords

> Visual and auditory guide to playing extended and altered jazz chords. (iPhone/iPad app by Tormod Vinsand.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazzchords/id961589753 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tormod Vinsand](https://appshunter.io/developer/961589752)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-04-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazzchords/id961589753/reviews.md

## What is JazzChords?

You probably have few or no problems in finding and playing chords without extensions and alterations. But how do you play extended and altered chords? What notes do you need to play F7, #9, b13? Or Bm7,9? Or A7sus13?

In this app you can see and hear the extended and altered chords being played in root position with the names of the chord notes written below.

Tormod Vinsand is a jazzpianist and composer and have been teaching jazzpiano at Rhytmic Music Conservatory, The Royal Academy of Music and Copenhagen University in Copenhagen, Denmark since 1988.

## Key features

- Visualize extended and altered chords
- Hear chords played in root position
- See chord note names
- Learn complex jazz voicings
- Expert jazz pianist instruction

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazzchords/id961589753/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No full version

*2024-02-27*

It’s an endless loop, the app says Purchase full version, then says No products available.

### 1/5 — No use

*2019-04-30*

Gives a couple of random chords then wants extra money for the full collection.

### 1/5 — Not happy

*2018-06-15, version 2.0*

Needs an option for not choosing the 3rd column. If you just want a D7 it will not give it to you. You must choose sharp 9 or 13th too.

### 5/5 — Very Interesting and Comprehensive App!

*2018-01-03, version 2.0*

Very informative and carefully executed!

Highly Recommended!

### 2/5 — Not free if you want anything beyond a C7sus9

*2016-10-12, version 2.0*

If you want to see other chords, it'll cost you $5.99.

## Frequently asked questions about JazzChords

### What are the core features of JazzChords?

JazzChords allows you to see and hear extended and altered jazz chords played in root position. It displays the names of the chord notes below each visualization, helping you understand complex voicings.

### Who developed JazzChords and what is their expertise?

JazzChords was developed by Tormod Vinsand, a jazz pianist and composer with extensive teaching experience at prestigious music conservatories since 1988.

### What devices is JazzChords available on?

JazzChords is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible for a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is JazzChords updated?

The latest version of JazzChords is 3.0, which was last updated on March 10, 2021. This indicates a moderate update frequency.

### What is the age rating for JazzChords?

JazzChords has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a very broad audience, including younger learners interested in music.

### Does JazzChords have ads?

No, JazzChords does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted learning experience for users.

### What is the user rating for JazzChords?

JazzChords has a user rating of 3.3 stars based on 4 ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its current user base.

### Is JazzChords a paid app?

No, JazzChords is available for free. However, it does offer in-app purchases, suggesting additional content or features may be available for purchase.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.0 — 2021-03-10

Fixes and improvements.

### 2.0 — 2016-07-28

– JazzChords is now universal: iPad support, Rotation
– Introducing a new look and feel
– New icon

Plus a lot of small improvements and fixes

### 1.0 — 2015-04-22

No release notes.

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