# Woodchuck Rhythm

> Educational rhythm game teaching musical notation and English pronunciation. (iPhone/iPad app by Marion WOOD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodchuck-rhythm/id633329909 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Marion WOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/633329912)
- Category: Education, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 29 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-04-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodchuck-rhythm/id633329909/reviews.md

## What is Woodchuck Rhythm?

Part puzzle, part game, part drum machine! Have fun with rhythm and learn to read core elements of standard notation fluently. Also useful for young learners of English as a foreign language, as it provides examples of stress patterns in UK English, improving accent.

This app introduces 7 common rhythm patterns that can be 'read and recognized'. When we read ordinary text, we group the individual letters into words, and quickly become much more fluent than if we spelled out each letter. We can do this with rhythms too - and read common patterns much more quickly than if we worked out each beat.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtQeCdO4Q6Q

Young children are very open to visual associations, and can learn to recognize standard notation by looking at the patterns as whole chunks. Complete beginners can have fun with rhythm patterns, reading from real notation, as a puzzle instead of a headache!

Our website has more info, and links to educator resources, including worksheets and graphics:
http://www.woodchuck-rhythm.com

**Occasional sound Bug (no sound) - /only/ occurs if Side-Switch of iPad is set to 'Mute' at the time you download the app. Change the Side-Switch to 'Lock-Rotation', delete and reinstall the app, and then set the side-switch back to how you want it.

## Key features

- Rhythm pattern recognition
- Standard musical notation learning
- Drum machine functionality
- UK English stress pattern examples
- Visual association for notation
- Puzzle-based learning

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/woodchuck-rhythm/id633329909/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best Ever Rhythm Training For Beginners!

*2020-11-14*

I used this app for a few years now and my 7 year old has won 3 gold medals in piano competitions, my older one has been a student at special music school, a big thank you and highly recommended!🌷

### 5/5 — Brilliant app

*2018-05-11*

Really useful as a music teacher but unfortunately the sounds have stopped working recently.

### 4/5 — Great app for learning rhythms

*2017-09-24*

This is fabulous, my daughter loves it. Please update for iOS 11.

### 5/5 — Fun music app!

*2014-09-05, version 1.4*

I look forward to trying this out with my elementary music classes. It is very fun! I can't wait for the next in the series.

### 3/5 — Clever and cute but need work

*2014-03-04, version 1.3*

I love the creative approach and feel of this app, but it is unusable on my iOS 7 iPad - it quits after nearly every screen! Please fix so I can enjoy it without interruption.
The screen that shows 2 rows of beats with stop buttons for each beat is very useful, but could we also have a Start button to get the beat going again?
The matching game might go better more at the start of the app. 
The balancing block puzzles are very clever. There is a time element built in that makes it mor exciting as you progress through levels.

### 5/5 — Fantastic for all ages!

*2014-02-01*

A brilliant app that has really helped both of my children (age 6 and 9) with their understanding of rhythm. Both of my children find it great fun! As an adult learner on the piano I have also found the way of teaching rhythm on this app really useful for me as well!

### 5/5 — Woodchuck rhythm

*2013-09-12*

Really good for helping with rhythm and really fun too!!:)

### 5/5 — Great idea

*2013-05-22, version 1.2*

As a piano teacher I like to try out these kinds of apps.  This one is great!  The method to teach more complicated rhythms was natural and easy and sticks in the brain.  The students I "test drove" the app on had a great time.  I tried it on my 11 year old son, who has been tried on so many music games he is sick of them.  He took the iPad away from me so he could play!  I can't wait to see the next installment of this game.

## Frequently asked questions about Woodchuck Rhythm

### What is Woodchuck Rhythm?

Woodchuck Rhythm is an educational app that combines rhythm games with a drum machine to teach standard musical notation and improve UK English pronunciation by illustrating stress patterns.

### How does Woodchuck Rhythm teach musical notation?

It introduces common rhythm patterns that users learn to recognize as whole chunks, similar to reading words instead of individual letters, making notation less intimidating.

### Can Woodchuck Rhythm help with English pronunciation?

Yes, the app provides examples of stress patterns in UK English, which can help young learners improve their accent and fluency when speaking English as a foreign language.

### What devices does Woodchuck Rhythm support?

Woodchuck Rhythm is currently supported on iPads.

### What is the age rating for Woodchuck Rhythm?

The app is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Woodchuck Rhythm updated?

The latest version is 1.61, and the app was last updated on January 6, 2023.

### Does Woodchuck Rhythm have ads?

No, Woodchuck Rhythm does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for Woodchuck Rhythm?

Woodchuck Rhythm has an average rating of 3.7 stars based on 3 user reviews.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.61 — 2023-01-06

Easter eggs! Some extra shelf puzzles for those who want more physics (= fun with falling objects and levers)

### 1.6 — 2023-01-05

update for iOS 12

### 1.5 — 2017-10-11

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

Update for iOS11

### 1.4 — 2014-03-08

Bug and crash fixes, general stability improvements and optimizations for the next release. Email us for access to hidden levels!

### 1.3 — 2013-09-10

Improved graphics, response to feedback, simplified blocks levels for a younger age-group.

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All apps by Marion WOOD: https://appshunter.io/developer/633329912

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