THE FEEL BOOK

The quality and dynamic feel of the tracks are so far beyond other play along apps that I just want to learn every song here. The tracks build and vary over each chorus, often with tag endings and other interesting devices. Each tune is meticulously researched. The musicians are phenomenal —you’re truly playing with a world class jazz combo. The library is somewhat small now, but they add new tunes all the time. Is it worth the subscription? As long as they keep adding songs then 100% yes.

In addition to beautifully recorded LIVE backup performances by the best pianists, bassists, and drummers in NYC (whose time is IMPECCABLE, pace Aebersold), you get chord charts for a very generous (and growing) selection of tunes. And you can vary the metronome settings and adjust the pitch levels without significant audio degradation to boot. There’s no competition: I used it for one tune on tryout and immediately signed up for a year. It’s the only app I have that I don’t regret having to subscribe to! Hats off to all involved.

I don’t normally write reviews. In fact, I hate writing reviews and taking surveys. But, Jonathan has created an app that revolutionizes practicing and helps you learn a song inside and out and musicians needs to know about it. The tracks are actual performances so it feels like you’re playing with a live band. The mixes are great, but you can tweak them if you want to focus on a particular instrument. The chords are correct and in common keys. Want to learn more about the song and what makes it pop? Hit the information button. Getting better at performing has never been easier. Thank you for the time and effort it must’ve taken to get the app just right!