Hoping v2.8 issues get addressed
A few issues stand out on iPad:
– In portrait orientation, the bar view jumps and flickers, and selecting bars through the UI is nearly impossible. – Lesson 88 ("Lazin' Around") used to display 23 bars; it now shows only 11, and repeats no longer seem to be accounted for. This makes it hard to drill into the specific subsections I want to practice. – In loop mode, the option to loop with breaks appears to have been removed. When practicing a passage that doesn't begin and end on the same hand position, that pause was essential for repositioning. Without it, I either wait through a full repetition or hit restart and lose my count.
I'd love to keep using the app, and I'd gladly update this review to 5 stars if these issues were addressed in a future update. Thanks for considering the feedback.
Response from developer
UPDATE (June 16): v2.8.1 includes fixes for all of the issues you highlighted. If you’re able to revisit your review, we’d genuinely appreciate it. And for any future questions or requests, submitting a support ticket is the quickest way for us to assist. Happy playing. ORIGINAL RESPONSE (May 19): Thank you for being a loyal Musiah user, and for taking the time to share such specific, constructive feedback. We're pleased to say we're already aware of each of the issues you've raised and are actively working on them. It's worth noting that v2.8 is just the first iteration of the new Musiah — we have an ongoing roadmap with several more updates planned, and these fixes are part of that. Regarding the flickering in portrait orientation: next time you encounter this, could you please submit a support ticket? The diagnostic data it captures will help us pinpoint the cause more quickly. We genuinely appreciate your openness to updating your review, and we look forward to earning those 5 stars back. In the meantime, we'd gently encourage submitting feedback via a support ticket or email first — as it gives us a chance together more information and help you directly.
Recommended for older adults
I also am quite pleased with customer service. They are responsive, polite and professional. It’s not like signing up to a service never again to have human contact with them. Even the inventor has responded to my help requests
I would recommend this app to anyone that is serious about learning how to play the piano
Response from developer
Hi Asorar, thank you for the fantastic review. We’re thrilled Musiah is helping you tick off your retirement goal and that the practice tools and games are making a real difference in your playing. It’s wonderful to hear you feel you’re truly learning — that’s exactly what we aim for. And thank you for the shout‑out about our customer support. We care a lot about being responsive and human, so your feedback means a great deal. Wishing you many more enjoyable moments at the piano.
A really great app to learn piano properly
There are also lots of useful practice tools built in, like note‑reading exercises, quizzes, and memory games. I’ve found these surprisingly fun and they’ve helped me improve more consistently.
There’s also a story‑based section designed for kids, which I think my young grandchildren will enjoy when they’re old enough to try it. It looks like a nice way to make learning feel more like an adventure.
I’m grateful to have found Musiah. It’s become an ideal way for me to learn and practise the piano anytime. It feels a bit like having a piano teacher beside you — just a lot more relaxing
Horrible!
The help I need
I have always enjoyed listening to music, but never played an instrument. While my former piano instructor was diligent, I was never going to learn to play. Musiah has been able to help me by providing immediate feedback and to a way to gradually move from untimed practice promoting physical memory to preparing for my audition. More than once, I thought I would never learn to play the faster tunes, but I did it.
My learning to play at my age has been challenging, but Musiah sticks by me along the way even when I have not been a good student.
The cost is less than tuning my hybrid piano and even less now with the new billing options.
Musiah, my brain thanks you.
Response from developer
Sincere thanks McM99663311. I'm delighted you're getting so much out of your piano lessons with Musiah. Keep up your great work, and I look forward to seeing what you'll achieve in the weeks and months ahead.
