Overview
Woodwind Fingerings is a native macOS desktop application designed to provide musicians with an interactive virtual fingering chart for a wide range of woodwind instruments. This powerful tool supports flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, and bassoon, making it ideal for students, educators, and professional musicians seeking a comprehensive resource for learning and practicing fingerings.
Key Features
- Native Desktop Performance: Built with Max/MSP and optimized for macOS, Woodwind Fingerings delivers smooth and responsive performance as a native application, ensuring low latency and reliable operation.
- Comprehensive Instrument Support: Includes detailed fingering charts for the flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, and bassoon, all accessible through a clean, user-friendly interface.
- Real-Time Pitch Tracking: Listen and see your pitch in real-time, helping to improve intonation and technique.
- MIDI Input Compatibility: Connect external MIDI devices to interact directly with the app, enhancing practice and integration into digital workflows.
- Integration with Notation Software and DAWs: Seamlessly link with your favorite music notation programs and digital audio workstations to streamline your music production and education process.
- Recording Capabilities: Capture audio, MIDI, or video sessions, ideal for lesson reviews, self-assessment, and remote teaching.
- Concert Pitch vs. Written Pitch Modes: Toggle between concert pitch and written pitch to accommodate transposing instruments and varied educational needs.
Use Cases
- Music Students: Quickly reference fingerings and receive visual feedback during practice sessions.
- Educators: Use as a teaching aid during lessons with recording features to track student progress.
- Professional Musicians: Integrate with MIDI devices and DAWs for enhanced rehearsal and composition workflows.
- Remote Learning: Record lessons or practice sessions for sharing with teachers or peers.
Installation
Available exclusively for macOS through the Mac App Store. Download and install directly on your desktop for immediate access.
Technical Details
- Developed using Max/MSP for robust audio processing and UI design.
- Fully compatible with macOS Catalina and later.
- Requires MIDI-compatible hardware for MIDI input features (optional).
Explore the source code or contribute via the GitHub repository.