# Note Quest: Learn Piano Music — Sight Reading Game & Tutor

> Interactive sheet music sight-reading game with drills and leveled exercises. (iPhone/iPad app by grace lee.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-quest-learn-piano-music/id1176943393 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [grace lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1176943392)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 609 App Store ratings · 71 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 286 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2016-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-quest-learn-piano-music/id1176943393/reviews.md

## What is Note Quest?

Supercharge your note-reading speed and accuracy by playing just 10 minutes a day. Since 2019, NoteQuest has helped tens of thousands of teachers & piano students build lifelong skills without the gimmicks or fluff. Unlock real music fluency – Get NoteQuest, your drill practice & sight-reading companion.

LIKE 2 APPS IN 1! 
Use GAME DRILLS (one-time purchase) to master note recognition and intervals on your instrument

And/Or get SIGHT READING (subscription) to practice with real musical excerpts by level, from Beginner to Advanced.

REAL OR VIRTUAL PIANO
Whether you're sitting at a real piano, practicing in class with MIDI headphones, or away from your keyboard using our Virtual Piano, NoteQuest is your ultimate sight-reading companion. 

FEATURES IN DETAIL:
· GAME DRILLS (one-time purchase): Focuses on timed note recognition, 2-note reading (intervals). We begin with Landmark Notes, then Single Notes, and Intervals, the key to sight reading fluency. Simply tap the timer to turn it off for no-pressure practice!
· Note Selector (included in Game Drills) is the perfect way to CREATE YOUR OWN Game Drills and save them to play anytime! 

· SIGHT READING (subscription): Choose between Piano, Violin, Viola, and Cello, and progress through the levels starting with Level A featuring Landmarks C4, G4, F3. There are more than 230 exercises from Beginner to Advanced. *This section is not gamified with a timer. 
· Stats: See score stats and earn Badges for daily practice (Sight Reading only)
· Piano Mode choice: Real Piano responds to your instrument. Virtual Piano can be played anywhere. MIDI mode lets you connect it to your keyboard. (Bluetooth friendly)
· Themes: Customize your background in Game Drills.  

Learning piano shouldn't mean getting stuck on note-reading. NoteQuest transforms tedious sight-reading practice into engaging, bite-sized daily challenges.

► Try it now for free! (Game Drills Free version includes Landmark Notes & Level 1). 
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Note! There are 2 upgrades in Note Quest: 
1. GAME DRILLS (Single upgrade purchase, keep forever)
Play timed note drills to get you the best start to actual music reading. This is the ONLY known app that focuses on 2-note reading (intervals), the real pathway towards sight-reading fluency!

2. SIGHT READING (Subscription): 
Get over 230 curated, leveled exercises, Beginner to Advanced. These sight-reading excerpts have a variety of musical styles, not boring, randomized notes that don't sound musical. Check your accuracy by tapping LISTEN, and it plays back the correct form so you can compare what you played. 
CHORD CRUSH - educational chord-learning exercises to get your chord game on! Learn to read chord symbols while developing skills you can use for a lifetime!

Don't own an iPad? PDF Sight Reading Flashcards are available! Visit our website to check them out.

Questions or issues to report? Suggestions? Email: info@notequest.net or DM me on Instagram. @notequestapp

Grace, Founder and Piano Teacher See: www.notequest.net

## Key features

- Timed note recognition drills
- Interval training
- Leveled sight-reading exercises
- Real and virtual piano options
- MIDI keyboard support
- Chord symbol reading

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sight Reading: Yearly Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| NoteFit: SixMonth Subscription | $23.99 | per 6 months |
| NoteFit: Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Note Game Drills | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Note Quest?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Fun and engaging
- 🚀 Helpful for improving sight reading
- 🎨 Visually appealing design
- 💡 Customizable practice options
- 👍 Excellent customer support

**Cons**

- 💰 Confusing subscription model
- 🐛 Inconsistent note recognition
- 🤔 Limited free content
- 🤔 Frustrating user experience
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting answers
- Inability to return to tutorial
- Microphone not picking up piano sounds

**Most requested features**

- More timer options
- Expanded note/interval range
- Ability to disable distractions
- Improved MIDI support
- Feedback on incorrect notes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 71)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/note-quest-learn-piano-music/id1176943393/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best app for the cost

*2026-07-04*

I’m a piano teacher. This app is similar to some other apps but it’s got some things that are better IMO. Game Drills Note Selector is my go to. It’s easy to create and save drills that I use with my students often. I also like that landmark notes are built in already for the newbies.

### 1/5 — FREE?

*2026-04-20, version 5.2.0*

When I searched for “FREE” apps yours came up, I downloaded it only to find it wasn’t FREE.  Get your meta data correct!

### 4/5 — Review

*2026-03-08, version 5.2.0*

Pretty solid👍

### 3/5 — Moneybeggers

*2026-01-03, version 5.2.0*

Can’t even have a look at an app without paying. Disgusting!

### 5/5 — This is the best

*2025-10-11, version 5.2.0*

This is the best thing to do with music

### 4/5 — So much fun

*2025-08-07, version 5.1.4*

I’m having so much fun and of course I’m not going anywhere for a couple weeks so I’m going to try to keep playing and practicing

### 2/5 — Confusing purchase model

*2025-07-13*

I found the purchasing subscription model confusing. Within the apps, there’s several different options that don’t make intuitive sense. And I think they’re monthly or yearly subscriptions, but they are presented almost as if they are one time purchases.  Even the trial was confusing as to what I had access to and what I didn’t.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. This app started with the Game Drills only for the first 5 years. Then expanded to include Sight Reading (non-gamified exercises). Game Drills remain a one-time purchase. Sight Reading is a sub (we didn’t want everyone to feel obligated to purchase and wanted to keep the price accessible for people’ needs). More questions? Visit www.notequest.net or email us. Info@notequest.net. We’re releasing a new version this week with some bug fixes.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2025-05-05, version 5.1.4*

App doesn’t work. Nothing appears

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2025-01-18, version 5.1.4*

I love playing piano and this app makes me so much better

### 1/5 — Unimpressed

*2024-12-27, version 5.1.4*

Paid a tenner for whatever drill it’s called, app locked up, stuck on the page asking for money and totally unresponsive,

## Frequently asked questions about Note Quest

### What does the NoteQuest app do?

NoteQuest is designed to help users improve their ability to read sheet music quickly and accurately. It offers two main modes: Game Drills for timed note and interval recognition practice, and Sight Reading for practicing with real musical excerpts.

### What are the main features of NoteQuest?

Key features include timed drills for note recognition and interval training, a library of over 230 leveled sight-reading exercises, the ability to use a real or virtual piano, and MIDI keyboard connectivity. It also includes chord symbol reading practice.

### How much does NoteQuest cost?

The app offers a free version with Landmark Notes Tutorial and mini-drills. The Game Drills feature is a one-time purchase. The Sight Reading mode, which includes curated exercises and Chord Crush, is available via a subscription.

### What devices is NoteQuest compatible with?

The app is available for iPad and offers companion PDF Sight Reading Flashcards for users without an iPad. It supports connection to real pianos, keyboards, and virtual pianos.

### Who would benefit from using NoteQuest?

NoteQuest is ideal for piano students of all levels, from beginners to advanced players, who want to enhance their sight-reading skills. It's also useful for music teachers looking for practice tools for their students.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.3.1 — 2026-07-04

We added the Skip button back to Game Drills, and fixed bugs. Remember, you can cancel the timer in Game Drills for a stress-free practice session.

### 5.2.0 — 2025-08-18

We fixed a blank screen (UI) issue in Game Drills (thank you for letting us know!). And a couple of small improvements.

### 5.1.4 — 2024-05-19

New User Tips: In Game Drills, disable the timer for longer play by tapping on the clock at the top. Change User Name: Go to Profile, change user name. To try Virtual Piano (when you don't have a piano): Go to Settings to change between Real Piano and Virtual Piano Mode (built-in keyboard).

### 5.1.3 — 2024-01-11

Fixed a crash bug in Game Drills Intervals, Christmas theme. Btw, Have you tried Note Selector? Create and name your note Game Drills to play now or anytime! Setting it up is super easy and quick! Customized drills that are saved until you delete!

### 5.1.2 — 2023-12-17

Christmas theme, minor bug fix. Btw, Have you tried Note Selector? You'll love it - create and name your note Game Drills to play now or anytime! Setting it up is super easy and quick!

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