Chordio for macOS
Delve into chords, scales, and compose.
Chordio is your go-to tool for learning chord progressions and music theory. It instantly recognizes the chords you play—whether via MIDI keyboard or mouse—revealing chord names and compatible scales.
A tool for music composition and theory
Composition
The composition workspace helps you craft chords that sound great together.
Features include:
- Ready-to-use sounds for keyboard playing—simply connect and start.
- Built-in sequencer to create chord progressions.
- Customize and edit chords, including inversions and extended chords.
- Compile a playlist of personalized chord progressions.
- A Chord Types & Voicings panel to generate new chords.
- Print chord sheets in PDF format.
- Practice with a rhythm backing track.
- Save and load songs.
- Export MIDI, print PDFs, and share songs for collaboration.
Connect a MIDI Keyboard
Connect a compatible MIDI keyboard to your Mac or iPad and play instruments, practice scales, or solo over a chord progression.
Chordio automatically detects and displays chord names on the Grand Staff in real time.
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Split Screen View
Display separate grand staff, chord display, and keyboard views in high resolution with our split-screen feature.
Enjoy resizable detached views in both light and dark modes—ideal for classrooms, projectors, or multi-screen setups.
Interactive Sheet Music New
Explore and master new pieces across genres like classical, jazz, and R&B with our interactive sheet music workspace.
Interactive features include:
- Adjust the Tempo: Practice at your own pace.
- Loop Key Sections: Focus on challenging parts.
- Practice Hands Separately: Isolate left or right-hand practice.
- Play in Any Key: Transpose scores to suit your needs.
- Customize Tracks: Adjust instrument volumes.
- Jazz Solo: Jam over chord progressions.
- Print Scores: Save and print PDFs for practice.
Drag & Drop MIDI Files
Compose inspiring chord progressions in Chordio and seamlessly integrate your creation into your favorite digital audio workstation (DAW) via our Drag & Drop feature.
Export MIDI chords from your DAW and easily import them into Chordio for further exploration.
Features
Chordio's core features are organized into six distinct Workspace sections: Composition, Scales, Modes, Interactive Sheet Music, Music Theory, and Lessons.
Composition Workspace
Explore new chords and create unique progressions with our comprehensive composition workspace. Import compositions from a variety of MIDI Chord Packs.
Scales Workspace
Explore an extensive collection of over 40 scales. Tap on the root key or scale type to experiment and learn.
Modes Workspace
Visualize scales, notes, chords, and keys with our interactive Modes Workspace. Rotate the wheel to explore musical modes in depth.
Sheet Music Workspace
Discover diverse genres with our interactive sheet music collections featuring classical, jazz, and modern pieces.
Music Theory Workspace
Gain a comprehensive understanding of music theory with interactive lessons covering scales, chords, and modes.
Lessons Workspace
Learn to play music through visual lessons that can be slowed down or pitch changed for easier comprehension.
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