# Snow Music

> Interactive music instrument app simulating snow and ice sounds. (iPhone/iPad app by Charles Martin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snow-music/id560849530 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Charles Martin](https://appshunter.io/developer/560849533)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snow-music/id560849530/reviews.md

## What is Snow Music?

Snow Music is a simple computer instrument created by Charles Martin and Ensemble Evolution for bringing the sound of snow and ice in Piteå into their performances.

Tap the snow to create the sound of footsteps, swipe to create the sounds of sliding in the snow.

Three switches control ongoing musical phrases: haunting bells, evolving cymbals and a snowy winter wind.

All sounds recorded in Piteå, Sweden in February 2012.

## Key features

- Interactive snow sound creation
- Swiping for sliding sounds
- Musical phrase controls
- Haunting bell sounds
- Evolving cymbal sounds
- Snowy winter wind sounds

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snow-music/id560849530/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2013-09-03*

Close your eyes and you are walking in snow again ..... memories ....

### 5/5 — Great!

*2012-09-19*

Cute app!  Snow footsteps kind of sound like white noise.

## Frequently asked questions about Snow Music

### What is Snow Music?

Snow Music is a free music app that allows users to create sounds inspired by snow and ice. It features interactive elements like tapping for footsteps and swiping for sliding sounds, along with controls for musical phrases.

### How do I interact with Snow Music?

You can tap the screen to create the sound of footsteps in the snow and swipe to simulate the sound of sliding. Three switches are also available to control ongoing musical phrases.

### What kind of sounds can Snow Music create?

Snow Music can generate sounds of footsteps, sliding in snow, haunting bells, evolving cymbals, and a snowy winter wind. All sounds were recorded in Piteå, Sweden.

### Is Snow Music available on Android devices?

Based on the available data, Snow Music is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android compatibility is not provided.

### How often is Snow Music updated?

The latest version of Snow Music is 3.0, which was last updated on October 28, 2014. This indicates infrequent updates.

### What is the age rating for Snow Music?

Snow Music has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and families.

### Does Snow Music have ads?

No, Snow Music does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

### What is the user rating for Snow Music?

Snow Music has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars, based on 2 user reviews. This suggests a very positive user reception.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 3.0 — 2014-10-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- updated visuals for new device sizes!
- updated interaction for iOS 8!
- extra sounds!

### 2.1 — 2013-09-27

Visual updates for iOS 7.

### 2.0 — 2013-04-08

This version adds support for the iPhone 5 screen, some updated snow sounds and Core MIDI support.

With any Core MIDI compatible accessory, you can play bell  and cymbal sounds - experiment with the switches to access different combinations!

### 1.0 — 2012-09-18

No release notes.

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