Study Music Theory teaches music theory and ear training, with the aim of helping learners play by ear. Its course spans 12 levels and 1,496 interactive lessons, from notes and scales to jazz and orchestration. Ear-training drills cover intervals, chords, and melodies, with difficulty increasing gradually. A microphone trainer listens to a learner play and identifies what was played. Lessons include playable examples on an on-screen keyboard and fretboard, including guitar open-chord shapes. Practice tools also include transcription, a play-by-ear coach, transposition, a drone, and a practice planner. The service is available on the web, Android, and iOS; the mobile apps work offline and do not require an account. Progress is stored locally unless a learner signs in, when progress can sync through Google Firebase. The free plan includes the full course and all eight trainers, without ads or paywalls. The privacy policy says the service uses no analytics or advertising trackers and does not sell or share data with advertisers or data brokers.
Who it is for
It may suit musicians learning piano or guitar, singers, producers, beginners, and people preparing for theory exams. Offline mobile access may be useful for learners who do not want to create an account.
What is good
- Course includes 12 levels and 1,496 interactive lessons.
- Free plan includes the full course and eight trainers.
- Mobile apps work offline without an account.
- Includes microphone training and ear-training drills.
- No ads or paywalls on the free plan.
What to know first
- Free trial is not offered.
- Signed-in progress sync and authentication use Google Firebase.
Verdict
Study Music Theory combines structured lessons with ear-training and practice tools, and its listed course is available free. Learners can use the mobile apps offline without an account, while signing in enables progress syncing.
Get started with Study Music Theory
- Visit the Study Music Theory website or install its iOS or Android app.
- Start the free course, which includes 12 levels and all eight trainers.
- Use the course lessons, ear-training drills, and practice tools.
- Use the mobile app offline without creating an account, or sign in to back up progress and join leaderboards.
Questions about Study Music Theory
Is Study Music Theory free?
Yes. The Free plan is free and includes the full course and all eight trainers, with no ads or paywalls.
Is there a free trial?
The service has a free plan.
Which platforms are supported?
Study Music Theory is available on the web, iOS, and Android. The maker says the mobile apps work offline.
Do I need an account to use the apps?
No. The mobile apps do not require an account. Progress is stored locally unless you sign in; an optional account backs up progress and enables leaderboard participation.
What does the course include?
It has 12 levels and 1,496 interactive lessons, covering topics from notes and scales to jazz and orchestration. The free plan includes the full course and all eight trainers.
What does the privacy policy say about data?
It says the service uses no analytics or advertising trackers and does not sell or share data with advertisers or data brokers. Signed-in progress sync and authentication use Google Firebase.
Study Music Theory plans and pricing
All plansCompared on music theory software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Interactive exercises
- Yes
- Notation tools
- basic
- Harmony tools
- Yes
- Rhythm practice
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Web, iOS, Android
- Progress tracking
- Yes
