Piano Motifs

Piano Motifs

A Generative Music App

129 ratings
113 reviews
$5.99
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 7, 2020
  • October 7, 2026

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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 about Piano Motifs

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What's New in Piano Motifs

4.118

October 7, 2026

• Add new options for the 3rd Track: Chord All, Chord Odd, Bass Sustain, Bass All and Bass Odd. With the All option the 3rd Track will play note(s) on every 1/8 beat. With the Odd option the 3rd Track will play note(s) on every 1/4 beat. With the Bass Sustain option the 3rd Track will play a bass note over every bar. • Improved Continuous mode for better transitions between motifs. • Added an "Any" option to all the controls of the Accomp Every N Accomp Style. "Any" will choose a random value for that control. • Fixed issue where the 3rd Track Type wasn’t being retrieved correctly in Arrangements. • Fixed 3rd Track Type in Append Mode not working correctly.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$1.99

MIDI Out Connectivity

Route motifs to your favorite Synth, DAW, AUM

User reviews

Best auv3 tool ever

I used this app and I like the results. It’s the best deal that you can get for a music tool since you can generate piano roll sequences by pressing a button when using it as an audio unit extension. I’ve spent hundreds of dollars on apps and I found this to be the best and most useful app in my collection . You can use it to link different auv3 synthesizers to it and play the instruments on the piano roll through AUM and other compatible apps. It was definitely worth the price. Thanks for making this app.
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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

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

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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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

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Volume control per channel

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Arrangement saving functionality

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GarageBand integration

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iCloud sync across devices

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Mac version support

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

Feature

Chord import/copy-paste functionality

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MIDI input from other apps

Feature

Intro and outro generation

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Greater variety of sections in arrangements

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Tempo sync override options

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Chord changes at quarter beat resolution

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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.