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I practice with this app only for a week; however, the benefits are already audible. I push less and play more relaxed. My sound is more free now. I love the fact that the app has a tuner that shows you if you are (or not) in pitch. Show more

TLDR: Buy the app! It’s only $4 and has a lot of customizable settings (dynamics, articulation, etc.) that you won’t get from a regular random generator. The app is pretty bare bones in regards to the design/interface but gets the job done and is an effective tool for a variety of practice goals. Pros: Very customizable Includes a tuner/pitch checker Counts the # of notes you play Includes stopped notes (@ horn players ? ) Very affordable price Cons: App design is very bare bones and not formatted for iPad (still works fine just looks awkward) Not compatible with Bluetooth pedals (cumbersome page turns) Can’t change the timer length between notes No control over enharmonics (which notes you see as sharps or flats) Based off of recomendations I started using the Quality Tones app around 4 weeks ago and, for the sake of transparency, I've been using the app to play 100 notes, 5 days a week, for 4 weeks. The app is based off of the teaching philosiphy of Bill VerMeulen and, when used according to the instructions, requires you to play through a set number of notes, stopping for each note that does not meet your standards in order to repeat until you have played it 3 times consecutively in the correct manner. The overall premise of the app is fairly simple: it functions as a random note generator that presents notes to you on the musical staff across various octaves and clefs. The app is quite customizable; you can adjust the range, dynamics, articulation, and any combination therof. Horn players can also choose to include stopped notes. The app includes a built in tuner/note-checker to tell you if you've hit the correct note, an auto advance feature that makes the user experience hands-free, and a note counter to keep track of how many notes you've gone through. On its own I think the app is a very effective practice tool. Though it has an intended purpose it can also be used to work on just about anything and is a very customizable note randomizer. All my complaints, unfortunatly, stem from the user-experience itself... In summary: this app needs a face-lift! The app interface is very bare bones/outdated and reminiscent of the html-era of homemade apps in the early 2010's. The app is formatted well on mobile but has not been customized for tablet use, resulting in the same experience just bigger and slightly streatched out... Again, the app WORKS fine on tablets it just looks a little woogity ?. The app is also not compatible with blutooth pedals/page-turners, and the auto-turn timer is not customizable meaning that if your pace is quicker/slower than the pre-determined timer length you're stuck manually swiping through pages, which gets pretty cumbersome after 25, 50, 75, 100+ notes! My last complaint is that there is no control over enharmonic notes: the app resorts to flats so if you're a fan of C# (or just sharps in general) or want to work on confusing enharmonics such as E#, Cb, A#, etc. you're out of luck. ☹️ In conclusion: I think the app is well worth the $4 you'll pay for it! Though I'm not a huge fan of the visual interface the app offers a myriad of useful practice tools that will keep you engaged and accountable with your practice goals. Happy Practicing! Original review posted on @katewarrenmusic on Instagram Show more

This app helped me so much! As a younger French horn player, I struggled a lot with note precision and dynamics. It only did those improve but so did my musicality and confidence when playing pieces in ensembles. It’s a very well designed app that should be a necessity for all brass players when practicing. Show more

As a high school student, sometimes I don't know if I am on the correct pitch or not. Problem solved!! I'm LOVIN it!! New drone feature is awesome for a high school kid like me! Show more

I've used it for my students in lessons and in my own practice. The only thing I don't like about it is you can't pick your clef. As a trumpet player I don't need bass clef. One thing Id like to see in a future update is transpositions. Show more

Great app! Even better with the auto advance feature! Great job!

This is a really interesting idea. I've played around with it a little bit and I'm very impressed. Give it a try, you won't regret it.

First notes are like first impressions, whether in a concert or an audition. This app builds the foundation of confident brass playing from the first note. My personal favorite is the stopped horn in the middle and low register! What an incredible practice tool to have-- I use it every day!! Ernesto Tovar Torres, 2nd horn. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Show more

This app is a fantastic tool for any brass player. 10 minutes a day could transform your playing! Scott Strong 3rd horn, Detroit Symphony Orchestra

I love QT.