KILLER KEYS
Your New Killer Piano Teacher
ABOUT
Killer Keys is an interactive application tailored to make learning keyboard and music theory enjoyable and approachable for users of all backgrounds. No matter the user musical background, Killer Keys adapts seamlessly to the user style and skill level, ensuring a personalized learning experience from the start. The app provide a rich library of lessons and exercises with different difficulty levels, accompanied by a diverse selection of songs to learn and play along with.
In addition the app offers a free playing area with various sounds and effects. To keep the user motivated, the app track the user’s growth and keeps a detailed record of his progress and practice time. Killer keys goes by the motto that playing music should be playful.
PROBLEM
Many individuals possess a deep passion for music but have yet to explore music theory or learn to play an instrument.
For many, the demands of modern busy lifestyles make it challenging to dedicate time to attend regular classes at specific locations and times. Additionally, they hesitate to invest in a physical instrument without prior experience due to the significant financial commitment it entails.
SOLUTION
The application offers a virtual music theory and keyboard instructor accessible on mobile devices, enabling users to practice at their convenience, wherever and for however long they prefer. Moreover, the app eliminates the need for users to purchase costly physical instruments.
PERSONA
Yaron, 31, single.
Works in a hi-tech company.
Yaron is a passionate music enthusiast who never misses a great performance, despite never having learned to play an instrument. As a child, he attended an introductory music class but quickly lost interest and dropped out.
Yaron manages a marketing team at a high-tech company and works full-time. His demanding job leaves him with little time to commit to regular piano lessons. He's searching for an app that can serve as his piano teacher, allowing him to enjoy learning at his own pace during his free time. Yaron hopes this experience will rekindle his love for music and provide the fulfillment he missed out on as a child.
COMPETITORS
YOUSICIAN PIANO
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Efficient personalization process.
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Realistic keys sound.
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Wide variety of exercises.
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The app features a personalized profile displaying practice times and progress.
TINY PIANO
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The app is very intuitive and user-friendly.
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Realistic sound and keys design.
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The sound and appearance of the keys are very realistic.
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The songs are beginner-friendly, suitable for those without prior musical experience.
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The app is very focused and on point without any distractions.
MAIN FEATURES
Lessons & Exercises
The lessons and exercises combine basic musical theory with hands-on practice
Playing Songs
Playing popular songs with varying levels of difficulty, progressing from beginner to advanced.
Free Jam Space
A free playing area enabling users to record and select various sounds and effects.
USER FLOW
VISUAL LANGUAGE
The challenge in crafting the visual language of the application lay in striking a delicate balance between minimalist design, without any distractions, and a vibrant aesthetic that mirrors the app's playful spirit.
Given that part of the learning process relies on distinguishing keys through various colors, it was crucial to steer clear of excessive color usage in lesson, exercise, and song pages. Hence, these pages feature subtle backgrounds to minimize distractions.
Yet, the homepage and free play area allowed for a slightly more colorful approach, incorporating gradients. When designing the keyboard, I aimed to achieve a realistic look while maintaining a modern style that resonates with the digital realm.
VISUAL LANGUAGE
The challenge in crafting the visual language of the application lay in striking a delicate balance between minimalist design, without any distractions, and a vibrant aesthetic that mirrors the app's playful spirit.
Given that part of the learning process relies on distinguishing keys through various colors, it was crucial to steer clear of excessive color usage in lesson, exercise, and song pages. Hence, these pages feature subtle backgrounds to minimize distractions.
Yet, the homepage and free play area allowed for a slightly more colorful approach, incorporating gradients. When designing the keyboard, I aimed to achieve a realistic look while maintaining a modern style that resonates with the digital realm.
USER FLOW
PROCESS
In designing the Jam Space screen, my goal was to create a user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing interface while maintaining a clear hierarchy among the various components. The process involved numerous sketches and extensive trial and error to achieve the perfect balance.
Lesson
(Sound On)
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Playing Song
Jam Space - Onboarding
(Sound On)
Jam Space - Sounds
Playing Song
Personalization Process
Homepage
(Sound On)
Jam Space - Chorder
Jam Space - Recording
Exercices
(Sound On)
Lesson
(Sound On)
Exercices
(Sound On)
PROTOTYPE
I designed this project using Figma. While creating the prototype, Ensuring that the keys could produce sound and deliver an realistic interactive experience was a top priority for me. To achieve this, I needed to work around the constraints of Figma, which doesn't support sound uploads. Consequently, I opted to create videos featuring the sound of each note and linked them to individual keys, presenting them with a opacity adjustment.
Lessons & Exercises
The lessons and exercises combine basic musical theory with hands-on practice
Playing Songs
Playing popular songs with varying levels of difficulty, progressing from beginner to advanced.
Free Jam Space
A free playing area enabling users to record and select various sounds and effects.
MAIN FEATURES