Best Music Theory Pro Apps

Interactive exercisesBite-sized video lessonsProgress tracking

This app teaches applied music theory for aspiring musicians. Learn to construct melodies, chords, and progressions through interactive exercises and video lessons. It's designed for both beginners and experienced players to enhance their creative songwriting and instrumental skills.

(1.2K)

Learn, play and compose songs

Piano Chords and Scales

Chord and scale collectionsSong composer with recommendationsVirtual piano and staff views

Explore chords, scales, and progressions to compose music. Visualize musical structures on a virtual piano and staff, with interactive tools and audio playback. Ideal for musicians of all levels seeking inspiration and understanding.

(9.1K)

TONALY: Songs, Scales & Theory

Chords, Scales & Progressions

Songwriting toolsChord and scale learningMIDI and PDF export

$9.99 | 100% OFF

This app helps musicians of all levels write songs, find chords, and learn music theory. It offers tools for chord and scale practice, MIDI and PDF export, and collaboration features for songwriters and producers.

(6.3K)

ScoreSkills- Learn Music Notes

Ear Training & Sight Reading

Ear training exercisesSight-reading practiceMusic theory lessons

Learn music theory, ear training, and sight-reading through fun, step-by-step games and challenges. This app helps users of all levels compose their own music and improve cognitive skills like focus and memory.

(1.7K)

Music Tutor (Sight-reading)

Improve your sight-reading

Sheet music reading practiceTimed note identificationTreble, bass, and alto clef support

This app helps you learn to read sheet music and improve your sight-reading abilities. Practice identifying notes in various clefs with timed or untimed sessions and track your progress. It offers MIDI support and a companion Apple Watch app for on-the-go practice.

(2K)

Theory exercises and tools

Tenuto

$4.99

Enhance your musicality with a comprehensive suite of 24 customizable theory exercises and six essential musical calculators. Practice note and chord identification, ear training, and construct musical elements. Tools include accidentals, intervals, scales, chords, analysis symbols, and twelve-tone matrices.

24 customizable theory exercisesNote and chord identificationEar training for intervals and scales

Sight reading & ear training

Master rhythmic skillsSight reading practiceEar training exercises

Master essential rhythmic skills with fun, field-tested exercises. Improve your sight-reading and ear training by practicing daily. This app offers a more efficient and exciting alternative to traditional metronome exercises.

Music Theory 101: Study Course

(4.6K)

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Learn one new topic per day!

Interactive music theory course19 comprehensive unitsAudio samples and key definitions

An interactive music theory training app covering classical fundamentals. It features 19 units with audio, exercises, and definitions, mirroring AP Music Theory exam curriculum. Practice skills with over 90 exercise types.

Ear training for everyone

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free

Functional Ear Trainer

Recognize tones in musical key contextUnderstand note functionImprove transcription skills

Develop your musical ear by learning to recognize tones within the context of a specific musical key. This app helps you understand the function of each note, improving your ability to transcribe, improvise, and play music by ear. Suitable for all ages and skill levels, with just 10 minutes of daily practice.

(3.2K)

Circle o Fifths: Music Theory

Practice, learn and play music

$2.99

Learn and practice music theory with an interactive circle of fifths. Explore major, minor, and diminished keys with audio recordings and guitar chord charts. Visualize chord relationships and transpose songs easily.

Interactive circle of fifthsMajor, minor, and diminished keysAudio recordings of chords

Tone - Learn Perfect Pitch!

(1K)

free

Learn perfect pitch!

Improve ear trainingLearn perfect pitchAdjustable difficulty levels

This app is a game designed to enhance your auditory skills and help you achieve perfect pitch. It offers various modes and customization options to suit different learning levels, from beginner to expert. Track your progress visually and compete with friends.

(9.8K)

Ear training & sight-singing

EarMaster - Music Theory

Ear training exercisesSight-singing practiceRhythm training

Enhance your musical abilities with comprehensive ear training, sight-singing, and rhythm exercises. This app offers thousands of lessons for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced musicians, and is used by top music schools.

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Learn music theory with Sonid

Music theory for everyone!

Learn individual musical subjectsAnswer questions about learned topicsExercise notes, intervals, chords, scales

Learn music theory with a structured, subject-focused approach. Master notes, intervals, chords, and scales through interactive lessons, quizzes, and exercises. Expand your musical knowledge and refine your skills.

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Music Theory by Justin Guitar

How Music Works on Fretboard

Guitar-first approach to theoryInteractive fretboard exercisesPractical application of concepts

This app transforms music theory into practical guitar skills through interactive lessons and fretboard exercises. Learn to understand keys, scales, and chords, and apply new concepts instantly to your playing. Accelerate your musical journey and break through learning plateaus.

ABRSM Music Theory Trainer

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Learn Music Theory, fast!

$4.99

Master music theory with over 6,000 practice questions covering a wide range of topics. Progress through levels, build your knowledge, and become a confident musician.

Over 6,000 practice questionsCovers musical stave, pitches, clefsLearn scales, keys, and chords

Preparation for your music

Interactive testingInstant feedbackLearning resources

Prepare for music theory exams with an efficient online learning experience. This app combines interactive testing, instant feedback, and learning resources to help students of all ages achieve success.

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Treble - Learn Music Theory

Learn Music Theory

Bite-sized lessonsInteractive quizzesMini-games for practice

Master music theory with engaging lessons, interactive quizzes, and fun mini-games. This app makes learning accessible for beginners and experienced musicians alike, covering topics from scales to harmony. Unlock your musical potential with a practical and enjoyable approach to theory.