Lumi teaches piano by turning it into a game
Lumi teaches piano by turning it into a game
Lumi teaches piano by turning it into a game
By Amber Neely
November 07, 2020
Summary
If you've ever wanted to learn how to play the piano but didn't know where to get started, Lumi may be the solution you've been looking for.
One part keyboard and one part app, Lumi aims to take the difficulty out of learning piano by turning it into a game.
Perhaps one of the most enjoyable parts of the Lumi keyboard are the illuminated keys, from which Lumi takes its name.
The Lumi app supports two Lumis, while Roli Studio desktop software can support up to four Lumis at once.
Pair your Lumi Keys with the app via Bluetooth and it'll help teach you how to play the piano.
The Lumi Keys app is exactly what it purports to be - a tool for teaching you how to play the piano.
While Lumi seems to fall short there, it makes up for it with the sheer amount of Guitar Hero/Rockband-style lessons you can play in Lumi's "Play mode." While in play mode, each key on the Lumi keyboard lights up in response to the bars on the screen, so you can see what key you'll need to press and when.
The Lumi system is an excellent system for what it is, and if you're capable of self-directed learning, it can be far cheaper than paying for piano lessons.
We were really impressed with the Lumi system - the Lumi Keys keyboard is beautiful, portable, and approachable, while the app seeks to take out a lot of the stress that can come along with self-learning.
If you'd like to get your own Lumi, you can head over to Lumi's site, where they retail for $300. Included in the purchase are the Lumi Keys keyboard, a $50 voucher for the premium version of the Lumi app, a protective Lumi Snapcase to keep it safe in transport, and free shipping.
Reference
Neely, A. (2020, November 07). Review: Lumi teaches piano by turning it into a game. Retrieved November 09, 2020, from https://appleinsider.com/articles/20/11/08/review-lumi-teaches-piano-by-turning-it-into-a-game