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Piano Companion is a music theory reference app that provides instant access to over 1,500 chords and 10,000 scales, featuring a chord progression builder, reverse chord lookup, and an interactive circle of fifths. It is designed for musicians on iOS, Android, and macOS, supporting over 40 languages and enabling users to explore harmony, build progressions, and learn music theory in context.
THE PRODUCT, BEYOND THE PITCH
Automatically researched · Not editorially reviewed · Sources checked Sep 12, 2026
A good fit for
- Musicians needing quick chord and scale identification, including beginners and professionals sketching song ideas.
Know the limitations
Not confirmed yet.
What you can do
- Songwriters and producers can use the app to build chord progressions and explore harmony.
Features
- Chord progression builder that suggests chords fitting the key and allows experimentation with patterns and playback.
- Reverse chord lookup by tapping keys or connecting a MIDI keyboard to identify chords and scales in real time.
Integrations
- Supports connection to external MIDI keyboards for reverse lookup, composition, and routing MIDI output to DAWs.
Platforms & data export
- Available on iOS (iPhone, iPad), Android phones and tablets, and macOS with chord libraries syncing across devices.
THE COST FOR YOUR TEAM
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A practical workflow
- Tap piano keys or connect a MIDI keyboard to identify chords and scales instantly.
- Use the chord progression builder to create scale-aware chord patterns and listen to them arpeggiated or looped.
- Explore harmony visually using the interactive circle of fifths chord wheel.
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