Editor's Review
Embark on a rhythmic journey around the world with PercussionTutor! 🌍 This educational app is a must-have for percussion enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding and skills in world percussion. Praised by Modern Drummer Magazine as an encyclopedia of world percussion rhythms at your fingertips, PercussionTutor offers a unique and comprehensive learning experience.🎶
Featuring a vast library of world rhythms and instruments, played by leading percussionists and drummers, this app provides an unparalleled resource for musicians, dancers, and performers. PercussionTutor includes rhythms from Cuba, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Peru, West Africa, and more. Each rhythm is accompanied by standard notation and sheets, making it easy to follow along and learn at your own pace.🎵
The app's time-stretching feature and metronome allow you to practice rhythms at your desired tempo, while the ability to turn individual drums on and off provides a customizable learning experience. For batá rhythms, a unique random playback engine simulates an authentic batá performance, immersing you in the music. 🥁
PercussionTutor is more than just a play-along app. It includes specific claves and takes great care to capture the natural feeling of each drumming tradition. Although videos are coming in a future Android update, the wealth of content already available will transform how you approach South American, Caribbean, and West African music. 🎊
With no in-app purchases, buying the app now guarantees you access to all future content for free. Regular updates will continue to add new rhythms and videos, expanding your rhythmic horizons. It’s like learning your mother language – you’ll sound more natural, alive, and awaken to new rhythmic possibilities. 🎉
Explore over 50 rhythms, including variations and conversations, and dive into the traditions of Afro, Bolero, Cha Cha Cha, Samba, and many more. PercussionTutor isn’t just an app; it’s your passport to a world of rhythm! ✈️
Features
Over 50 rhythms with variations
Rhythms from Cuba, Brazil, West Africa, and more
Individual drum muting
Audio time-stretching for practice
Over 50 percussion instruments
Sheets and notes included
Future content updates are free
Random playback engine for batá rhythms
Pros
Extensive library of world rhythms
Features leading percussionists and drummers
Offers standard notation for all rhythms
Provides a unique learning experience
Suitable for various musicians and performers
Cons
Videos are not yet available on Android
Requires dedication for effective learning