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TL;DR: flowkey listens while you play piano and gives you live feedback, and it's only $68 for a 5-year subscription with code SAVE15.
Learning piano at home usually feels like a lonely and frustrating process. You sit there practicing for hours without knowing if your hands are in the right position or if you are even playing the notes correctly. flowkey changes the game by using a smart app that listens to your playing and provides instant feedback. It makes the entire learning process interactive and much faster than traditional methods. You can also get a five-year subscription on sale for the lowest price ever, just $67.99 (reg. $899) with our promo code.
A better way to learn piano
The reason flowkey works so well is that it actually listens to you. The app connects through your device's microphone or a MIDI cable to detect every note you play. You know immediately if you hit the right key or missed the mark. If you find a difficult section, you do not have to struggle to keep up with a metronome or sweat under the withering glare of your piano teacher. You can use Wait Mode to pause the lesson until you play the correct note so you can learn at a speed that feels comfortable to you.
The interface is super helpful for visual learners. You see a video of a professional pianist playing while the sheet music scrolls along in sync. If you get stuck on a tough passage, you can slow the playback down to watch the technique more closely. You can also loop specific sections or practice your left and right hands separately before putting it all together.
The Classic plan gives you access to a library of over 1000 songs. You can play everything from classical masterpieces by Bach and Chopin to modern hits. Every song includes arrangements for different skill levels, so you can start where you are and work your way up. The app also includes a full library of courses that teach you music theory and how to read sheet music, so be ready to take notes.
Use code SAVE15 by June 28 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a flowkey 5-year subscription on sale for the lowest price ever.
flowkey Piano Learning App: Classic Plan (5-Year Subscription)
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