# Singing Vocal Warm Ups - Singer's Friend

> Vocal warm-up and exercise app for singers with customizable scales and tempo. (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Lumpkins.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singing-vocal-warm-ups-singers-friend/id350913803 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Lumpkins](https://appshunter.io/developer/350913806)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 101 App Store ratings · 104 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.1 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-01-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singing-vocal-warm-ups-singers-friend/id350913803/reviews.md

## What is Singing Vocal Warm Ups?

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Singer's Friend is THE vocal warm up and exercise app designed for serious vocalists.

Reviews:
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* "If you need a great tool for vocal warm ups and exercises, you can't beat this."
* "This app is exactly what I was looking for to warm up for solos"
* "Great for the ear, speed, and vocal flexibility"
* "The best app 4 singers to stay on top of your game!!!!!"
* "Confirmed as AWESOME."

Features:
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-  No need for a piano. Warm up and practice singing on the go with 16 different scale patterns and realistic piano sounds
-  Work in your range only. Choose from Bass, Baritone, Tenor, Alto, Mezzo-Soprano, Soprano
-  Change how fast the notes play in realtime--slow down to focus on technique or speed up to improve agility
-  Large display shows what note is playing so you can focus on passage areas or know when you have increased your range
-  Helpful tips and resources to get the most out of your vocal exercises
    
How it works:
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You choose the range, scale pattern, and how fast the notes play.  Singer's Friend then plays the scale pattern from the bottom of the selected range to the top and then back down again.  

Singer's Friend is perfect for singers of all levels and styles.  Use it anytime to warm up for a performance, develop agility, or work on technique.  

Sing your best.  Download Singer's Friend today.

## Key features

- 16 scale patterns
- Realistic piano sounds
- Customizable vocal ranges
- Real-time tempo adjustment
- Large note display
- Helpful tips and resources

## What do users think of Singing Vocal Warm Ups?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎵 Effective for vocal warm-ups and practice
- 🚀 Portable alternative to piano/keyboard
- ⚙️ Adjustable tempo and speed controls
- 💰 No subscription required
- 🎤 Multiple voice type ranges (Bass, Tenor, Alto, etc.)
- 📱 Works offline without internet
- 🎯 Reliable and stable performance
- 🎼 Variety of scale options available
- ✨ Affordable pricing

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes on startup
- 📵 Cannot run in background or with phone locked
- ⬆️ Only ascending scales available
- 🔧 Limited customization options
- 📊 Limited scale variety for advanced singers
- 🎯 Fixed vocal ranges may not suit all singers
- 🔗 Support website not loading
- 🎨 Synth piano sound quality could be better

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when opening
- App support website not loading
- Blues scale descends on minor pentatonic instead of correct pattern
- App quits when phone is locked

**Most requested features**

- Descending scale patterns and reversal options
- Custom vocal range selection
- More scale types (chromatic, modes, Dorian, Ionian, Mixolydian, Lydian, Diminished, Bebop, blues pentatonic)
- Background audio playback with phone locked
- Ability to create custom scales
- Repeat/loop function for specific sections
- Playlist functionality
- Pitch detection and visual feedback
- Apple Watch control support
- Rewind and fast-forward sliders
- Volume control within app
- Export exercises as MP3
- Additional voice types (Soprano Profundo, Sopranino)
- Vocal coaching or example demonstrations

## Recent user reviews (10 of 104)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singing-vocal-warm-ups-singers-friend/id350913803/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Stopped working?

*2026-03-16, version 2.0*

This app is good, but has stopped working. It now crashes whenever it opens. And the website for app support doesn’t load.

### 5/5 — Good tones!

*2025-09-19, version 2.0*

I use scales in my voco workout. These are so nice. Highly recommend

### 3/5 — Great for on the go warm-ups when you don’t have a piano

*2025-05-22*

You can only go up the scale. I wish you could go down the scale. I also wish I could start the scale on any note. So when I reach my highest point and want to do it again, I have to start over on my low register at the same note every time. Other than that, it is nice to have in the car for warm-ups.

### 5/5 — Nice

*2024-07-16, version 2.0*

This app is really good, I recommend it

### 5/5 — No sub needed

*2024-07-16*

This is literally the best singing app on this store. I have used it for years. It does what it needs to do and if you use it right and you’ll get better and you will warm up.  

In a time where every freaking app needs you to subscribe and hope you’ll forget about the $15-$20 subscription fee This app does not have a subscription element to it and that is worth it

### 5/5 — Does the job

*2024-01-31*

I use this every week to get warmed up before choir rehearsal - thumbs up!

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2023-07-01, version 2.0*

Love tempo control.

Really helps tighten up vocal runs.

Would love more scale options.

Been using this for years.

### 5/5 — Love the app!

*2023-05-09*

I agree with previous comments that user defined ranges would be nice, if that’s possible without making it too complicated! Or are most people capable of a complete range?

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2022-12-28*

A good bit of kit useful to have in your pocket.

### 5/5 — Awesome app!!

*2022-12-05*

This is, hands down, the best app for practicing vocals. The only thing I would say is, id love to have the application still run while the phone sleeps. Other than that, this is a perfect app

## Frequently asked questions about Singing Vocal Warm Ups

### What does the Singing Vocal Warm Ups app do?

This app provides a comprehensive set of vocal warm-ups and exercises designed for serious vocalists. It helps users practice singing on the go with various scale patterns and realistic piano sounds, aiding in range development, agility, and technique.

### What are the key features of this vocal warm-up app?

Key features include 16 different scale patterns, the ability to select and work within specific vocal ranges (Bass to Soprano), real-time tempo adjustment for focused practice or agility improvement, a large display showing the current note, and helpful tips for maximizing vocal exercises.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a completely free tool for singers.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

The app is perfect for singers of all levels and styles, from beginners to professionals. It's ideal for anyone looking to warm up before a performance, develop vocal agility, or refine their singing technique.

### How can I use this app to improve my singing?

You can use the app by selecting your vocal range, a desired scale pattern, and the playback speed. The app will play the scale, allowing you to sing along and focus on technique, range expansion, or agility. The included tips also offer guidance for effective practice.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2015-04-24

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- Brand new graphics and icon
- Fixes missing speed slider image
- Audio engine improvements
- Bug fixes

### 1.4 — 2012-06-16

- Added descending half octave scale
- Redesigned help screen
- Bug fixes

### 1.3 — 2011-01-11

- Added Major Scale
- Updated graphics for iPhone 4 retina display
- New icon and launch screen
- Bug fixes

### 1.2 — 2010-12-18

New Scales
* 3 new scales (harmonic, melodic,  and natural minor)
* The range of playback speed has been increased. Play scales slow to work on difficult areas or fast to work on trills.
* Send feedback/support requests from within the application
* Several bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2010-04-12

- Addition of four new scales
        *Blues (Hexatonic)
        *Pentatonic (Major) 
        *Pentatonic (Minor)
        *Octave Arpeggio (Repeat)
- Increased the max speed a scale can play to support working on fast trills
- Several bug fixes

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