Tag: Songwriting

So last week we talked about the world’s most frequently used excuse, “I didn’t have the time”. This week we are going to look at how you can use your smartphone to help yourself improve as a musician. So without further ado, let’s have a look at the top 5 free android apps for musicians:

1. gStrings – Free

This app uses your android phone’s in-built microphone to figure out whether or not you are in tune. This is a chromatic tuner so it can be used to tune any instrument not just a guitar. This is unbelievably handy when you need to get an instrument in tune quickly.

2. Mobile Metronome

Put simply, a metronome is something that makes a noise (usually a click or a beep) at regular intervals and that is exactly what this app does. Whether you are just running through a few scales or practicing your latest piece you should always have a metronome running and to follow it down to the last click.

3. Audio Recorder

In my previous post about practicing we talked about how recording yourself playing is the best way to hear how well you are doing. This app is easy to use and records in multiple formats too.  It’s my favourite app!

4. Perfect Ear 2

If you fancy learning some music theory or just brushing up on it; this is the app for you. It goes through rhythm, scales, melodic dictation etc. Everything a growing musician needs!

5. Google Keep

Whether it’s noting down some lyrics you suddenly thought of, making a list of songs you want to learn or just keeping a couple of notes to remind you of something this is a really good app. I use it to keep track of lyrics personally but also to remember what pieces I’ve done with each of my students.