What you need
- The instrument. If you don't have one yet, start with whichever is easiest to borrow.
- A phone or computer with a microphone. The app runs in the browser, nothing to install.
- A quiet spot and 10 minutes.
Which instrument should I choose?
| Instrument | What starting is like | First session |
|---|---|---|
| Guitar | Fingertips get sore for the first weeks. Within days you can strum simple chords. | tuning, strumming the open strings in time and the first one-finger chord |
| Flute | The hardest part is getting a sound: it takes a few days for the tone to come out steady. After that, notes come quickly. | blowing on the headjoint alone and the first B |
| Violin | With no frets, intonation depends on your ear. The bow takes patience at first. | holding the bow and playing the open strings |
| Piano or keyboard | The sound comes out right away, so it's the fastest way to play melodies. Reading with both hands comes later. | posture, middle C and C position |
Your first 10-minute session
- Open the first lesson for your instrument (buttons below). It explains posture and how to hold it.
- Tap Start and allow the microphone. The app shows the note or motion and listens to you.
- Take the first exercise slowly. Mistakes are part of it: the app tells you what to adjust.
- Got stars? Move on to the next exercise. If you get stuck, repeat it the next day: 10 minutes a day beats 1 hour on the weekend.
What to expect in the first week
In the first week the goal is for your body to get used to it: posture, first notes and a simple rhythm. Set a small daily goal in the app (1 to 3 exercises) and keep your day streak. When you finish the first lessons, move on to the easy songs.
Written by the Dedilhado Vivo team, based on what the app does today.
Practice free in the app
The app shows the fingering for every note as you play and checks you through the microphone. Free, no sign-up.
Open the app →Frequently asked questions
Do I need to read music to start?
No. The app shows where to put your fingers for each note, and you learn to read little by little along the way.
Can an adult learn from scratch?
Yes. What matters most is consistency: a few minutes every day.
Does it work without a teacher?
The app helps you practice and checks notes and rhythm through the microphone, but it can't see your posture. If you can, an occasional lesson with a teacher helps you avoid bad habits.