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Piano Motifs

Piano Motifs

A Generative Music App

127 ratings
112 reviews
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$5.99
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 7, 2020
  • August 14, 2026

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Developer

Fernando Morales
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About

This app generates original musical melodies and accompaniments algorithmically, requiring no prior musical knowledge. Users can customize tempo, key, scale, and more, then export creations as MIDI files for further editing in DAWs. It also offers an AUv3 MIDI plug-in for seamless integration into music production workflows.

✓Algorithmic melody generation
✓Customizable musical parameters
✓Chord progression programming
✓Multiple accompaniment styles
✓MIDI file export
✓AUv3 MIDI Plug-in
✓Arrangement of motifs
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Piano Motifs. Based on 127 reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 12 positives and 12 negatives reviewers mention most about this Music app.

Positive things

  • 🎵Generates highly musical and realistic melodies
  • ⚡Intuitive and easy to use interface
  • 🔄Consistent and frequent app updates
  • 👨‍💻Responsive and engaged developer
  • 💰Excellent value for the price
  • 🎹Works as both standalone and AUv3 plugin
  • 📤Multiple export options (MIDI, audio)
  • 🎯Deep customization options available
  • 🧠Great for learning music theory
  • ✨Inspires creativity and breaks writer's block
  • 🎼Produces professional-quality output
  • 🔧Flexible MIDI routing capabilities

Negative things

  • 💸Pricing strategy feels deceptive with multiple IAPs
  • 🐛App crashes in certain situations
  • 🚫Limited real-time parameter adjustment while playing
  • 📱Barebones documentation and help pages
  • 🎛️No visual piano roll representation
  • ⏱️Minimum tempo too high (20 BPM)
  • 🔌MIDI connectivity issues and inconsistencies
  • 🎸Limited instrument variety beyond piano/guitar
  • 📊Cannot save custom arrangements
  • 🔗No GarageBand native support
  • 🎚️No velocity control for notes
  • ⏰Limited time signature options
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What's New in Piano Motifs

4.114

August 14, 2026

• Added BPM Phrasing when in Non-Sync mode. Set the BPM offset, the phrase length and how to apply the BPM offset using 4 different BPM types: Accelerando, Ritardando, Arch and Reverse Arch. (AUv3 MIDI Plug-In Only). • Fixed issue where the MultiChord Bar settings In the Program Chord Progression Screen is cleared when you press the Randomize die and the Chord Progression is locked. • Fixed Issue when retrieving a Host session where Piano Motifs is in non-Sync mode. If you go back to Sync mode, the motif is lost. (AUv3 MIDI Plug-In Only)

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In-App Purchases

$1.99

MIDI Out Connectivity

Route motifs to your favorite Synth, DAW, AUM

User reviews

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Great app

Great app on my iPad, but doesn’t work at all on my iPhone. But 5 stars anyway for the dedicated developer, sure he’ll fix it
Mango4twoMango4two

Response from developer

Hi Mango4two, Thanks for your review. The app has been tested on the iPhone as well, so I would like to know a little more about the problem you’re having so I can address it. The App Store is less than ideal for communication so please contact me at azul3dapps@gmail.com and I will try to get to the bottom of the issue you’re having. Thanks, Azul 3D Apps

Piano Motif-eriffic!

Wonderful midi generator, active dev, constant updates. The app that just keeps on giving and all it asks in return is for you to create great music. A must have imo
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Super appli

Application incroyable pour l’inspiration musicale. Piano Motifs est une vraie mine d’or pour trouver des idées de mélodies et de progressions d’accords. Tout est simple à utiliser, intuitif, et agréable, même quand on veut créer rapidement.

En tant que musicienne, j’apprécie énormément cet outil pour nourrir ma créativité. L’interface est claire, les fonctionnalités sont bien pensées, et on peut vraiment se concentrer sur la musique.

En plus de ça, le développeur est très réactif, à l’écoute des utilisateurs, et fait évoluer l’application dans le bon sens. C’est rare et vraiment appréciable.

Je recommande cette app sans hésiter à tous les musiciens, débutants comme confirmés, qui cherchent de l’inspiration et un outil fiable. Merci pour ce superbe travail.
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5 stars!

outstanding app!
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INSPIRING

Piano motifs should be in the top 10 apps purchased by any musician for its tools, efficacy, inspiration, and updates
TooMuchToTooMuchTo
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Reported Bugs

8 issues

App crashes when editing chord progression slots

Bug

Crashes when switching sequences in sync mode

Bug

MIDI output becomes silent after 1-2 minutes in AUM

Bug

Audio export glitching and cutting off

Bug

Repeated purchase restoration prompts

Bug

AUv3 not loading in GarageBand despite purchase

Bug

MIDI output inconsistency

Bug

Audio playback stops after MIDI out purchase

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Requested Features

18 requests

Ableton Link or MIDI clock sync support

Feature

Piano roll visual editor

Feature

Lower minimum tempo (below 20 BPM)

Feature

More time signatures beyond standard options

Feature

Additional scales and modes

Feature

Velocity randomization and control

Feature

Volume control per channel

Feature

Arrangement saving functionality

Feature

GarageBand integration

Feature

iCloud sync across devices

Feature

Mac version support

Feature

More instrument options (strings, horns, woodwinds, percussion, voices)

Feature

Chord import/copy-paste functionality

Feature

MIDI input from other apps

Feature

Intro and outro generation

Feature

Greater variety of sections in arrangements

Feature

Tempo sync override options

Feature

Chord changes at quarter beat resolution

Feature

FAQ

What does Piano Motifs do?

Piano Motifs is a generative music app that creates original musical motifs, or short melodies, and accompaniments algorithmically. It allows users to customize various musical parameters like tempo, key, scale, and time signature to generate unique musical ideas. The app also enables users to arrange these motifs into longer musical pieces and export them as MIDI files for further editing in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs).

What are the key features of Piano Motifs?

Key features include algorithmic generation of original melodies and accompaniments, extensive customization options for musical parameters (tempo, key, scale, octave range, etc.), the ability to program chord progressions, a selection of 24 accompaniment styles, and the generation of a third track for sustained chords or drones. It also supports MIDI file export and offers an AUv3 MIDI plug-in for integration with other music apps.

How much does Piano Motifs cost?

The base application is free to download and use. However, there is an optional AUv3 MIDI Plug-In available as an in-app purchase. This plug-in allows for seamless integration into music production workflows within compatible host applications.

What devices is Piano Motifs compatible with?

The description mentions that the AUv3 MIDI Plug-In is compatible with apps that can host AUv3 MIDI Plug-Ins, such as AUM, AudioBus 3, ApeMatrix, Drambo, or EG Nodes. It also notes that GarageBand does not support MIDI-only plug-ins, so the AUv3 will not work there. This implies compatibility with iOS devices that support these host applications.

Can I use the music generated by Piano Motifs in my own projects?

Yes, you can use the music generated by Piano Motifs in your own projects. The app allows you to save your motifs as MIDI files, which can then be edited or used with additional instrumentation in your favorite Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). You can also share audio or MIDI files through various messaging and sharing platforms.