--- title: "ChordMuse - Create. Practise. Progress." description: "Build chord progressions, practise consistently, and unlock music theory — for guitarists, pianists, and songwriters." url: https://www.chordmuse.app/ --- # ChordMuse > Create. Practise. Progress. Build chord progressions, practise consistently, and unlock music theory — for guitarists, pianists, and songwriters. ## Download - [Download on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/chordmuse/id6749480745) - [Get it on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=au.com.runtimeresonance.chord_muse) Try Musie, the ChordMuse AI music assistant, on the web: https://musie.chordmuse.app ## Developer tools Tools from ChordMuse for people building music apps. - [ChordMuse Developers](https://developers.chordmuse.app): The ChordMuse engine as one API. Chord progressions, songs, Progression Packs and chord tools through one API, with the same results as the ChordMuse apps. Calls need an API key, issued after approval. Includes docs, an OpenAPI 3.1 spec, AI tool definitions and an MCP server. Agent index: https://developers.chordmuse.app/llms.txt - [IconMuse](https://icons.chordmuse.app): 300+ music icons, ready for any app. Music icons for notation, instruments, playback and studio gear, drawn on a single grid. Free under the MIT licence, as SVG files, an npm package, a web component and components for most frameworks. ## More apps from ChordMuse - [ChordMuse Flow](https://www.chordmuse.app/flow.md): AI chord progressions and songs, in the app and as an AUv3 plugin (coming soon) - [ScaleCraft](https://www.chordmuse.app/scalecraft.md): Learn scales and modes through interactive play - [Just Metronome](https://www.chordmuse.app/just-metronome.md): A precise, no-nonsense metronome for daily practice - [Tactus](https://www.chordmuse.app/tactus.md): A wireless MIDI control surface for your music software - [BeatCadenz](https://www.chordmuse.app/beatcadenz.md): Build, arrange and record whole songs (coming soon) ## Everything You Need to Create Music From chord progression building to practice habit tracking, ChordMuse provides all the tools musicians need in one beautifully designed app. ### Chord Library & Selection _Start your musical journey_ Select any chord as your starting point and discover progressions that work perfectly with it. Our intelligent system suggests harmonically compatible chord sequences. - Choose from hundreds of chords - Guitar and piano chord diagrams - Audio playback for each chord - Visual chord representations ### Musie: AI Music Assistant _Your creative partner_ Meet Musie, your dedicated AI music assistant. Ask anything about music theory, generate song ideas, or get direct feedback on your chord progressions in a natural conversation. - Deep chord & theory intelligence - Contextual musical awareness - Interactive songwriting partner - On-demand progression assistance ### Tuner & Metronome _Just what you need_ Essential tools for every musician. Clean, simple interfaces that get out of your way so you can focus on making music. - Quick guitar tuning - Steady metronome beats - Easy-to-read displays - Distraction-free design ### Mood & Genre Discovery _Find your perfect sound_ Explore chord progressions by mood or musical genre. From happy pop progressions to melancholic jazz sequences, discover the emotional palette of music. - 6+ different moods to explore - 15+ musical genres covered - Authentic progression patterns - Theory-based recommendations ### Custom Progression Builder _Create your own masterpiece_ Build custom chord progressions using music theory principles. Learn about diatonic chords, Circle of Fifths, and different scale types while creating. - Circle of Fifths integration - Major, minor, harmonic & melodic scales - Roman numeral analysis - Save your creations ### Comprehensive Chord Library _Master every chord_ Access detailed chord diagrams for both guitar and piano. Learn finger positions, hear how they sound, and understand chord theory. - Guitar chord diagrams with fingerings - Piano chord visualizations - Multiple chord variations - Audio playback for learning ### Comprehensive Chord Theory _Master the language of music_ Dive deep into chord theory from basic triads to advanced harmonic concepts. Understand the 'why' behind chord progressions and unlock your musical creativity. - Basic: Triads, inversions, and chord qualities - Intermediate: Circle of fifths, roman numerals, voice leading - Advanced: Modal harmony, substitutions, extensions - Interactive theory lessons and examples ### Audio Recording & Playback _Capture your creativity_ Record your musical ideas and play back chord progressions with high-quality audio. Perfect for songwriting and practice sessions. - High-quality audio recording - Waveform visualization - Progression playback - Multiple instrument sounds - Recordings by sessions and saved progressions ### Practice Habit Builder _Master your musical journey_ Build lasting musical habits with scientifically-backed techniques. Start small, stay consistent, and watch your skills grow through the power of daily practice routines. - Personalised practice schedules - Reminder notifications - Habit formation and tracking - Habit streak visualisation ### Sync & Backup _Never lose your work_ Keep your saved progressions safe with automatic backup and sync. Export your work or import from other devices seamlessly. - Automatic cloud backup - Cross-device synchronization - Export/import functionality - Data security & privacy ## Powerful Features for Musicians ChordMuse combines music theory, practice tools, and habit tracking to help you become a better musician. ### Smart Chord Progression Builder Build your own progressions using any major or minor key, powered by diatonic harmony rules and real-time chord rendering. ### Music Theory Tools Interactive Circle of Fifths, Roman numeral notation (I, ii, V, etc.), and scale-aware chord generation. Understand not just what sounds good, but why it works. ### Piano & Guitar Playback Play progressions in your chosen instrument, and switch between guitar and piano views with accurate voicing. ### Save and Reuse Progressions Mark favourites and return to your best ideas later. ### Practice Habit Tracking Create practice habits like 'Jazz Progression Drill' or 'C Major warm-up', and track your consistency over time. ### Smart Reminders Set practice reminders with optional early alerts and snooze. ### Quick Recording & Sharing Record ideas and practice clips within the app — no setup needed. ### Built-in Tuner & Metronome Stay in tune and on time with musician-grade tools baked right into the experience. ## Your Journey to Mastery Start your musical evolution today with a proven workflow designed by musicians, for musicians. 1. **Choose Your Starting Point**: Select a chord or pick a mood/genre that inspires you 2. **Chat with Musie**: Get AI-powered advice on chord theory and song structures 3. **Explore Progressions**: Browse through suggested progressions and listen to how they sound 4. **Learn & Practice**: Use the chord library to learn finger positions and practice playing 5. **Create & Save**: Build your own progressions and save your favorites for later ## Pro Tips for Success Elevate your musical workflow with these expert-level strategies and hidden gems. - **Start Simple**: Begin with basic major and minor chords, then explore more complex progressions as you learn. - **Use Your Ears**: Always listen to how progressions sound - music theory guides you, but your ears make the final decision. - **Experiment Freely**: Don't be afraid to try unusual chord combinations - some of the best music breaks traditional rules. - **Save Everything**: Save progressions you like, even if they're not perfect - you can always refine them later. - **Ask Musie**: Stuck on a progression? Ask Musie for suggestions on what chord should come next or for song structure ideas. ## Start Your Musical Journey Today Download ChordMuse now and discover the joy of creating music with confidence - **Smart Progressions**: Music theory based chord suggestions - **Musie AI Assistant**: AI-powered music theory help - **Practice Tracking**: Build lasting musical habits - **Multi-Instrument**: Guitar and piano support Version 2.0.0 • Available now • Try for free for 7 days • Lifetime purchase/subscription available ## About ChordMuse ChordMuse is a growing family of apps built for musicians who practise. Each one does a single job properly — writing, timing, learning and recording — and they all work offline, with no account needed to get started. Developer tools from ChordMuse: [ChordMuse Developers](https://developers.chordmuse.app), [IconMuse](https://icons.chordmuse.app). - [ChordMuse Privacy Policy](https://www.chordmuse.app/privacy-policy.md) - [Terms of Service](https://www.chordmuse.app/terms.md) - [Copyright](https://www.chordmuse.app/copyright.md) - [Support](https://www.chordmuse.app/support.md)