Stickey Notes is a brilliant example of 'gamification' done right. For anyone struggling to learn piano notation, this app turns a tedious chore into a series of engaging arcade-style challenges. I love the progression from simple pre-reading in Level 1 to complex key signatures and obstacle-dodging in Level 3. It covers everything from basic note names to both treble and bass clefs.
The level of customization is what makes it stand out. Being able to switch between English (C, D, E) and Fixed Do (Do, Re, Mi) makes it versatile for different teaching methods. The color-blind friendly options and the ability to set custom color schemes to match your physical piano stickers are thoughtful touches. Whether you're a total beginner or an intermediate player looking to speed up your sight-reading, this app is an incredibly effective tool.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 7.2Mon Dec 09 2024
New timed game option for single player games - choose between using lives or a timer.
New note selection options between games in levels 2 and 3:
1) Quick selection of multiple notes on the staff - swipe up to select and down to deselect.
2) Select notes from the piano keyboard (Level 3 only).
New scoring for Levels 2 and 3 - more similar to Level 1 scoring.
No more boring flashcards or reading music drills! Enjoy learning to read piano music with these creative, engaging games.
> New to piano? Build your pre-reading skills as you save the characters in Level 1.
> Getting started with reading notation? Defeat the note by selecting the correct note name Level 2.
> Already know your treble and bass clef pretty well? Jump right into an obstacle-dodging quest to learn key signatures in Level 3.
Fully customizable settings to play with just the notes you want to focus on, using English (C, D, E...) or Fixed do (do, re, mi...) note names. Use a custom color scheme to match colors you use elsewhere (such as on colored instruments), or if you want colors that work better for colorblindness.
β’ Level 1, Single Player: Characters are falling from the sky! Save the character from falling off the screen by selecting the piano key that matches the note name on his hat.
β’ Level 1, 2-Player: See who can score the most points before time runs out. Each player gets one side of the screen... but watch out for flying objects!
β’ Level 2, Single Player: Notes are moving toward certain doom. Select the character whose hat matches the note on the staff before the note reaches the clef mark.
β’ Level 2, 2-Player: Race to select the character with the correct note name more times than your opponent!
β’ Level 3, Single Player: Navigate through the moving notes, trying to avoid the wrong ones and hit the note that matches the highlighted key.
β’ Level 3, 2-Player: Race the other player to get to the correct note first.
Choose how the game ends in single player games - lives or a timer.
Select the specific notes you want to play with in levels 2 and 3:
1) Tap the clef mark to switch between treble and bass.
2) Tap or swipe notes on staff to add/remove from game.
3) Select notes from the piano keyboard to add/remove from game (Level 3 only).
Settings:
- English (C, D, E...) or Fixed do (do, re, mi...) note naming (all levels)
- Naturals/sharps/flats/all and CDE/FGAB/all (Level 1 games)
- Key signature (Level 3 games)
Requires iOSΒ 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPodΒ touch.No more boring flashcards or reading music drills! Enjoy learning to read piano music with these creative, engaging games.
> New to piano? Build your pre-reading skills as you save the characters in Level 1.
> Getting started with reading notation? Defeat the note by selecting the correct note name Level 2.
> Already know your treble and bass clef pretty well? Jump right into an obstacle-dodging quest to learn key signatures in Level 3.
Fully customizable settings to play with just the notes you want to focus on, using English (C, D, E...) or Fixed do (do, re, mi...) note names. Use a custom color scheme to match colors you use elsewhere (such as on colored instruments), or if you want colors that work better for colorblindness.
β’ Level 1, Single Player: Characters are falling from the sky! Save the character from falling off the screen by selecting the piano key that matches the note name on his hat.
β’ Level 1, 2-Player: See who can score the most points before time runs out. Each player gets one side of the screen... but watch out for flying objects!
β’ Level 2, Single Player: Notes are moving toward certain doom. Select the character whose hat matches the note on the staff before the note reaches the clef mark.
β’ Level 2, 2-Player: Race to select the character with the correct note name more times than your opponent!
β’ Level 3, Single Player: Navigate through the moving notes, trying to avoid the wrong ones and hit the note that matches the highlighted key.
β’ Level 3, 2-Player: Race the other player to get to the correct note first.
Choose how the game ends in single player games - lives or a timer.
Select the specific notes you want to play with in levels 2 and 3:
1) Tap the clef mark to switch between treble and bass.
2) Tap or swipe notes on staff to add/remove from game.
3) Select notes from the piano keyboard to add/remove from game (Level 3 only).
Settings:
- English (C, D, E...) or Fixed do (do, re, mi...) note naming (all levels)
- Naturals/sharps/flats/all and CDE/FGAB/all (Level 1 games)
- Key signature (Level 3 games)



















Stickey Notes is a music education app that replaces traditional drills with creative games. It features three levels: Level 1 focuses on pre-reading and piano key matching, Level 2 introduces treble and bass clef notation, and Level 3 challenges players with key signatures and obstacle-dodging quests. Highly customizable, it supports English and Fixed Do naming, multiple color schemes for colorblindness, and single or two-player modes for competitive learning.
3 progressive learning levels
Treble and Bass clef support
Customizable note naming (English/Fixed Do)
Colorblind-friendly color schemes
Single and 2-player game modes
If you are learning a specific song, use the settings to select only the notes found in that piece. This allows you to drill the specific notation you need for your practice.
In the 2-player mode, each student gets half the screen. It's a great way to build note-reading speed through friendly competition against a friend or teacher.
Yes, you can toggle between English (C, D, E) and Fixed Do in the settings menu.