The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1083801827

$8.99 4+★4.3 2189 reviews

Author : Thomas Grayston

Pubish Date : Mon Nov 07 2016

Last Update Date : Wed Oct 25 2023

Support Languages : English

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Version 2.01.2Wed Oct 25 2023

Lots of improvements/fixes in this update:
- Improvements to the Audio Recognition Engine.
- Level Designer has now been given its own dedicated tab at the top of the level selection screen, as it has proven difficult to find in the instrument list!
- Fixed: Note not blinking on incorrect note input.
- Fixed: Total time on level completion sometimes shows 1 second more than the correct time due to a rounding error. (Thanks Michael Cuthbert)
- Fixed: MIDI input not handling NoteOn(velocity=0) as a NoteOff event, which could be causing issues with MIDI behaviour more broadly. (Thanks Peter Ludbey)
- Decreased how long you have to play a non-concert pitch note to calibrate to it.
- Increased sensitivity to incorrect notes (you had to play it for a long time before it registered before).
- Increase tuning requirements to help reduce misidentified semitone-adjacent notes.
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Learn to Read Music with Note Rush! Note Rush boosts your note reading speed and accuracy, building a strong mental model of where each written note is on your instrument. Now even better with Note Rush: 2nd Edition!
How it Works
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Note Rush is like a virtual flash card deck for all ages that listens to you play each note, giving instant feedback and awarding stars based on speed and accuracy of note identification.
Race against the clock to improve your performance or hide the timer to gently engage those just starting out with the staff.
Includes built-in levels for piano and a range of other instruments as well as custom level design.
What makes Note Rush Different?
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- Play On Your Instrument
Note reading is best learnt in the context of how you identify and play each note - on your acoustic or MIDI instrument.
- Designed for Teachers
...and not as a replacement for them! Create fully customizable note sets and easily send them home to students.
- Fun Themes
Engage with fun themes that don't get in the way of learning, or opt for traditional notation.
Landmarks: The best way to learn your notes
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Note Rush fits with all teaching methods, whether you favor a purely intervallic approach or use traditional mnemonics! We promote learning key landmark notes then reading adjacent notes intervallically for the best results in learning to read piano notation.
Note Rush features a unique landmarks-based hints system (optional) that highlights nearby landmark notes to read intervallically from. Over time students naturally move from reliance on landmarks to a more intrinsic staff-to-keyboard association.
Preset and Custom Levels
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Use preset note ranges or create your own set of levels to suit your teaching style. Create a personalized level to target a particular student’s needs.
- Individual Note Selections
- Sharps and Flats
- Treble, Bass or Grand Staff (alto and tenor coming soon)
- Up to Six Ledger Lines
- Send custom note reading drills using App Links or QR Codes

Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 2189 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Note Rush is a revolutionary music education app that listens to you play your real instrument to help you master note reading. Unlike other apps, Note Rush uses the microphone to detect the pitch you play, creating a direct link between the musical staff and your instrument. Whether you are a beginner learning your first notes or an advanced student looking to increase your sight-reading speed, Note Rush adapts to your needs. It features various fun themes, customizable note ranges for Treble, Bass, Alto, and Tenor clefs, and a 'Teacher Mode' to create custom levels for students. It’s the digital equivalent of flashcards, but much more engaging and effective for building muscle memory.

Features

Real-time pitch detection via microphone

Works with Pianos, Keyboards, and most acoustic instruments

Supports Treble, Bass, Alto, and Tenor clefs

Custom Level Designer for teachers

Fun themes including Space, Soccer, and Seasonal designs

No ads or in-app purchases required for core play

Progress tracking with star ratings

Tips

Calibrating Your Instrument

When you first open Note Rush, ensure you are in a quiet environment. The app will ask for microphone access. Play a few notes on your piano or instrument to ensure the 'Ear' icon at the top of the screen is reacting. This calibration ensures the app accurately identifies the notes you play during the game.

Selecting Your Level

Choose from preset levels like 'Middle C Position' or 'Grand Staff.' If you are a teacher or a more advanced student, use the 'Level Designer' to select specific notes you want to drill. This allows you to focus specifically on trouble spots, such as high ledger lines or specific sharps and flats.

Playing the Game

A note will appear on the staff. Instead of tapping the screen, play the corresponding key on your piano. If correct, the note will turn green and move to the next. The goal is to finish the round as quickly as possible to earn stars and beat your personal best!

Gameplays

Acoustic Note Detection

The core gameplay utilizes advanced pitch recognition technology. This encourages 'eyes-on-page' playing, as players look at the screen for the note and then down to their hands, mirroring the actual process of reading sheet music.

Instant Feedback Loop

If you play the wrong note, Note Rush shows you where the note you played sits on the staff compared to the target note. This visual correction helps students understand the distance (intervals) between notes immediately.

Timed Challenges

Each round is timed, encouraging the development of 'automaticity'—the ability to recognize a note instantly without thinking. High scores and star ratings provide a gamified incentive to repeat drills.