# SessionBand Piano 1 — Create studio-quality music

> Chord-based loop app for creating studio-quality piano backing tracks. (iPhone/iPad app by UK Music Apps Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sessionband-piano-1/id656631422 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [UK Music Apps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/579320222)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $3.99 (on sale, was $5.99)
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 77 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 444 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-06-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sessionband-piano-1/id656631422/reviews.md

## What is SessionBand Piano 1?

Create professional Piano backing tracks for any song in minutes with the award-winning SessionBand app - the world's only chord-based loop app.

With over 7,000 precision-cut, chord-based Piano loops (included in the download) recorded exclusively by highly-acclaimed British pianist Tom Cawley (Peter Gabriel, Andrea Bocelli, Charlie Watts, Jack DeJohnette, Stacey Kent, Ronnie Scott's All Stars...),  SessionBand Piano instantly converts the chords you select into great sounding audio - wherever you are and whatever your ability.

And with a host of pro features like auto-transpose, one-touch live recording and Audiobus compatibility - allowing you to seamlessly export our unique content into other top music apps like GarageBand - it has never been easier or quicker to create your own studio-quality music - even if you can't play a note!

SessionBand Piano is a unique app for songwriters, singers, producers and anyone who wants to quickly create studio-quality Piano tracks.

Create beautiful sounding real Piano tracks on the move with SessionBand Piano - a Top 10 paid music app in 67 countries since launch including USA, UK, Germany, Canada, Japan, France, Spain and Italy. 

Watch the video at sessionbandapp.com


The world's only chord-based loop app is the fastest way to create studio-quality music...

• Simply pick one of 22 Piano styles
• Choose your chords
• Stretch or shorten loops in seconds
• Build up a full song in minutes
• Instantly hear your track across different playing styles and tempos
• Auto-transpose your entire track instantly (not electronic pitch shift!)
• Record direct to audio
• Copy straight to other leading music apps (if you want to)
• Share with the world!


Anyone can create professional quality Piano tracks with SessionBand and release them royalty-free...

• No musical experience required
• Simple, intuitive interface allows easy chord selection and loop manipulation
• Audition loops as you go 
• 'Track Builder' allows simple creation of a full track 
• Highly educational
• Help tutorials on every main screen
• Simple and intuitive mixing and recording functions


Create beautiful sounding real Piano tracks on the move...

• All loops reside within the downloaded app
• No internet access required once the app is downloaded
• Create studio-quality music absolutely anywhere!


Detailed Product Information

• Over 7,000 chord-based Piano loops
• 22 pop Piano styles
• Performed on Yamaha S6 acoustic grand piano (18 styles) and Fender Rhodes Mark II Suitcase 73 (4 styles)
• Tempos from 60bpm to 180bpm
• 10 chord variations for every root note in all 22 styles: maj; maj7; sus2; sus4; 7sus4; 7; min; m7; m9; dim
• The exclusive musical content in this app is not duplicated in any other SessionBand app
• All loops are offered royalty-free and can be used freely in your own works


Here's what people say about the SessionBand app range...

“Extraordinarily useful“ Jamie Cullum

“This app has numerous features to make your track sound professional and stunning“ appPicker

“Supremely versatile“ Jazzwise

“Remarkably polished“ Forbes

“Perfect for songwriters, producers, singers and music newbies“ 148 Apps

“If you're trying to cover an existing song, SessionBand makes it easy“ Tidbits.com

## Key features

- Chord-based loop creation
- Thousands of piano loops
- Auto-transpose functionality
- One-touch live recording
- Audiobus compatibility
- Royalty-free music creation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 77)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sessionband-piano-1/id656631422/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Session Band Piano 1

*2025-05-24*

Best song writing app around

### 5/5 — Must have for songwriters

*2025-03-06*

I have almost all the styles, great for practicing and writing. The fact it’s mobile is great too, especially for singing because I can take it anywhere. I can practice different keys, loop sections, I literally use it every day!

### 5/5 — J

*2025-02-01*

SessionBand apps are my go to Jazz practice tools. 
Waiting for Piano 2.

### 5/5 — Unjustifiably negative reviews

*2023-04-29*

I've seen some shocking reviews for this and several other Sessionband apps, so I thought I'd try and redress the balance a bit.

"Difficult to use..." 

"Unintuitive..."

Really?! 
I won't comment on your lack of mental or physical ability, except to say that I find all of these apps smooth and pleasurable to use.

Starting to feel there's a hidden agenda/personal grudges behind what seem to be concerted attacks.

Have you upset someone on the London session scene, lads?
Anyway, keep up the good work.

It's FIVE from me!

### 1/5 — Clumpy and Bad

*2023-04-14*

Dreadful app, clumpy, uninstinctive and difficult to use, I bought this and their drum one today and am less than impressed with either, total waste of money

### 1/5 — What went wrong

*2023-02-07*

I’ve been using this app for quite some time and been very happy with it but since iOS updated to 16 the quality is now appalling. Whether it’s anything to do with the update I’m not sure but it’s now unusable. 
I can find no way of contacting the developer to get it fixed so this is my only hope.

### 1/5 — Poor edit page

*2021-04-07*

Good loops but the whole app is not well designed.
No pause/play button in the edit screen.
This basic feature has been requested for years but developers don’t listen.
The app needs updates based on users’ feedback.

### 5/5 — Great app and support

*2021-02-12*

I had an Apple IOS update issue and the support team at Session Band were so helpful.  Thanks

### 1/5 — Please fix it.

*2020-11-17*

App isn't working in the Garage Band. Please fix it.

### 5/5 — Great!

*2020-09-08, version 2.4.3*

I’ve been using SessionBand apps for about two years. I love to write songs, and session band is like having your own band! Except even better because you have many different kinds of bands, jazz, rock, acoustic guitar, everything you need. Exactly when you want it. Highly recommend.

## Frequently asked questions about SessionBand Piano 1

### What does SessionBand Piano do?

SessionBand Piano allows users to create professional-quality piano backing tracks for any song. It uses a unique chord-based loop system, converting selected chords into audio with thousands of pre-recorded loops.

### What are the key features of SessionBand Piano?

Key features include over 7,000 chord-based piano loops, 22 piano styles, auto-transpose, one-touch live recording, and Audiobus compatibility for exporting to other music apps. It also offers a simple interface for chord selection and loop manipulation.

### How much does SessionBand Piano cost?

SessionBand Piano is a paid application. The price is a one-time purchase, and all the loops are included in the download, meaning no further purchases are necessary for the core functionality.

### Is SessionBand Piano compatible with other music apps?

Yes, SessionBand Piano is compatible with other music apps through Audiobus. This allows users to seamlessly export their created piano tracks into top music applications like GarageBand for further production.

### Who is SessionBand Piano for and what can I create with it?

This app is designed for songwriters, singers, and producers, as well as anyone who wants to create studio-quality music quickly. You can create beautiful sounding real piano tracks on the go, and all created music can be released royalty-free.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8 — 2023-03-15

Fixes crashing experienced with older iOS versions (12-14)

### 2.7 — 2023-03-01

Dramatic improvement in tempo shift/BPM adjust function.

### 2.6 — 2023-01-05

Full-screen mode for iPhone fixes drum selector wheel issue.

### 2.5 — 2022-12-09

Various bug fixes for iOS 16. Fixes recording and export audio issues.

### 2.4.3 — 2020-04-21

Fix for audio issues with older iOS versions

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## More apps by UK Music Apps Ltd

- [SessionBand Original](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sessionband-original/id580135085)
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- [SessionBand Jazz 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sessionband-jazz-2/id701553885)
- [SessionBand Rock 1](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sessionband-rock-1/id737478289)

All apps by UK Music Apps Ltd: https://appshunter.io/developer/579320222

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