Training Tips
Basic Knowledge
Before using this app, we recommend that you have a basic understanding of solfège and at least one year of music-learning experience.
Start Smart: Pick Your Perfect Training Level
It's a good idea to take some time upfront to identify the training level that's best suited for your current skills—this will help you build confiden...
Practice Regularly
Consistency is key. Try to practice for at least 5-10 minutes daily.
Start Slow
Begin with slower tempos and simpler exercises, gradually increasing difficulty.
Focus on Accuracy
Quality over quantity. It's better to get fewer questions right than rush through many.
Use Reference Pitches
In melody dictation exercises, it's essential to first establish a reference pitch, typically the root note.
Listening and Sight Singing
The key is to really hear and accurately sing the melody in your head, not simply guess the correct notes or figure them out by process of elimination.
Review Mistakes
Pay attention to patterns in your errors and focus extra practice on weak areas.
Practice with Real Song
Once you can confidently complete some of the Advanced Level exercises in Melody Dictation Training, it's time to start transcribing real songs purely by ear (without using an instrument) — beginning...