# Waveband > Motion-controlled music instrument app for expressive musical creation. (iPhone/iPad app by University of Victoria.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waveband/id888404464 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [University of Victoria](https://appshunter.io/developer/598687546) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 362 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2014-10-07 - Data updated: 2026-06-25 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waveband/id888404464/reviews.md ## What is Waveband? Waveband lets people with a wide range of disabilities express themselves musically through movement. By moving an Apple device, users convert motion into the sound of their choice of musical instrument. Users can roll, pitch or turn the device to play a piano scale, shake the device to play a tambourine, and so on. Waveband is completely customizable to ensure that each user's ability to move can be used to best advantage. 
*** WHO IS IT FOR? *** 
 Waveband is designed to be used by anyone who wants to express themselves musically through motion with their iOS device (iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad). When used in conjunction with a strap to secure the device to the body, the app can be especially useful to people who have disabilities that prevent them from playing traditional musical instruments. For example, a client who has some control over his arms could have an iPod Touch attached to his arm with a runner's strap. When the client moves his arm sideways, the device plays a pre-selected scale across several octaves, sounding just like a banjo. Another client with extremely limited control over her movements could even have a device attached to her power chair so that the movement of the chair activates the sound of a piano. A client who experiences spasticity might love to control the tambourine or drums.

 *** KEY FEATURES *** 
 -- a wide selection of sounds 
 -- completely customizable 
 -- multiple people can play simultaneously on a network
 -- compatible with applications such as GarageBand through MIDI output

 Clients and their music therapist (or caregiver) can choose: from among 30 instruments; the base key; the scale type; and the type and intensity of movement that will activate the notes. They can change any of these options at any time. In addition, the app includes features for more advanced users, such as MIDI output over WiFi. *** SUPPORT *** To report a problem with the app, or to make a suggestion about the future development of Waveband, please email appsupport@canassist.ca *** CANASSIST at the UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA *** CanAssist at the University of Victoria is dedicated to developing customized technologies and services for people with disabilities, with a focus on clients in British Columbia, Canada. ## Key features - Motion-to-sound conversion - Wide instrument selection - Customizable controls - Multi-user network play - MIDI output compatibility ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Gold Star | $0.99 | one-time | ## Frequently asked questions about Waveband ### What is Waveband? Waveband is a music creation application that allows users to generate musical sounds by moving their Apple device. It offers a wide selection of instruments and customizable controls to suit various physical abilities. ### Who is Waveband designed for? Waveband is intended for anyone who wants to create music through motion, with a particular focus on individuals with disabilities who may find traditional instruments challenging to play. It can be used with an iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad. ### Can multiple people use Waveband at once? Yes, Waveband supports multiple users playing simultaneously on a network. This feature allows for collaborative music-making experiences. ### Does Waveband work with other music software? Yes, Waveband is compatible with applications like GarageBand through its MIDI output functionality. This allows for integration into more complex music production workflows. ### How customizable is Waveband? Waveband is completely customizable, allowing users to select from 30 instruments, choose the base key and scale type, and adjust the intensity of movement required to activate notes. These settings can be changed at any time. ### What devices does Waveband support? Waveband is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It is designed to run on iOS. ### How often is Waveband updated? The latest version of Waveband is 2.0.2, which was released on October 20, 2016. Updates provide ongoing support and potential new features. ### Is Waveband free to use? Yes, Waveband is available for free. There are no upfront costs to download or use the application. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 2.0.2 — 2016-10-20 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. + Added Tap Dance "instrument" ### 2.0.1 — 2016-03-19 - Added more sound fonts (i.e., flute, choir, etc.) to the Advanced view ### 2.0 — 2016-02-27 Introducing Conductor Mode! With this feature, multiple iPhone or iPod devices can stream motion-generated music to a central iPad over WiFi, effectively facilitating a jam session complete with global key and scale, and per-player octave shift. ### 1.0 — 2014-10-06 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Waveband | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SWAM Violin Section](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-violin-section/id6449459980) | 4.5 (2) | $44.99 | Music | | [SWAM Cello Section](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-cello-section/id6449464560) | 5.0 (1) | $44.99 | Music | | [SWAM Double Bass Section](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-double-bass-section/id6449464956) | — | $44.99 | Music | | [SWAM Oboe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-oboe/id1458127238) | 5.0 (2) | $29.99 | Music | | [SWAM Viola Section](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-viola-section/id6449464764) | — | $44.99 | Music | | [SWAM Alto Trombone](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-alto-trombone/id1470063131) | 5.0 (2) | $29.99 | Music | ## More apps by University of Victoria - [CanPlan](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/canplan/id598687543) - [UVic Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uvic-mobile/id637084391) - [CanTunes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantunes/id670015849) - [About my day](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/about-my-day/id769044077) - [Switch Music](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switch-music/id911508273) All apps by University of Victoria: https://appshunter.io/developer/598687546 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-25.*