#Synthesia keyboards how to

Or you can even play the piano on Synthesia by operating your computer keyboard - though I have to say that's rather complicated to do. You can just view how a song is played on the piano/keyboard - which can be interesting for more complicated songs with a lot of instruments in it (cfr. Yes it does, connecting a digital piano or keyboard to the computer isn't a requirement. I don't have piano, can the software work alone :)

#Synthesia keyboards how to

To help you out, I made a basic post on how to find MIDI files If you want modern music you'll have to do some research. Well, there are quite some MIDI files of classical music available for free. So basically, you can play any song you want through Synthesia, as long as you can find a MIDI file.

You can download Synthesia via this link: link Here is a review explaining how it works: I personally think it's a fun method of learning to play the piano.Įspecially for those of us which are unable to read sheet music. You can select whether you want to play together (with sound or without) or only lefthand/righthand. The keys and notes you need to play will appear on screen.

The full version is for sale.īasically, you can play any song you like with it.Īll you need is a file with a 'MIDI' extension and Synthesia will generate the song. You can download the basic version of this game for free. The big benefit compared to Guitar Hero is that you can actually play with your keyboard or digital piano.Īll you need is a MIDI or USB cable to connect to the computer. In fact it was even called Piano Hero, until legal issues forced a name change. Well, there is a game called Synthesia which is quite like Guitar Hero, but adapted to the piano. So what's the use of this for you as a piano player? This is a popular game that simulates you playing a guitar. Most of you have probably heard of Guitar Hero.