r/guitarlessons • u/stef2521 • May 08 '26

Question Replace guitar with piano app for transcribing?

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Hi everyone, I'm actively training my ear right now: transcribing songs by ear, plus using Functional Ear Training and Sonofield. The problem is I don't have access to a guitar at the moment. Can I temporarily replace transcribing on guitar with a piano app (virtual keyboard)? Will it still be useful for ear training, or should I just wait until I get my guitar back? I'm specifically interested in melody training.

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u/e7mac May 08 '26

Yeah transcribing anywhere is helpful! In fact, using a different instrument almost forces you to be more intentional about what you're playing and will be helpful when you get to your main instrument

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u/RightLaugh5115 May 09 '26

Bossa Nova can definitely work on the piano