Music Wiz
Overview
Music Wiz is a mobile app designed to help people become the best musicians they can be by creating an engaging environment that fosters practice at’s own pace while still challenging users.
Role
UX/UI
Researchers
Prototyper
Timeline
2 Weeks
Problem
When you are a musician, music skill development, the act of practicing, plays a pivotal role in honing abilities, refining techniques, and achieving mastery. However, numerous obstacles impede individuals' ability to engage in consistent and effective practice. Obstacles may include lack of motivation, time constraints, inadequate resources, or ineffective practice techniques.
Solution
Music Wiz is an app designed to help musicians gain those extra hours of essential practice to take their skills to the next level. This app has several benefits, including accessibility, customization, feedback, progress tracking, various tools and exercises, motivation and engagement, community and collaboration, and integration with digital platforms. By leveraging these features, users can enhance their practice experience, accelerate their skill development, and achieve their musical goals more effectively.
Use Cases
Personal Practice Sessions
Entertainment
Ear Training and Music Theory
Collaborative Learning and Community Interaction
Know Your Users
Persona: Sarah Harmon
Demographic Information:
Age: 28
Occupation: Elementary School Music Teacher
Location: Portland, Oregon
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education
Background: Sarah is a passionate music educator with a love for teaching and playing various instruments. She primarily teaches violin and piano but is proficient in other instruments like the flute and cello. Sarah started playing music at a young age and pursued her passion through college, where she graduated with a degree in Music Education.
Goals:
To improve her skills in both teaching and playing music.
To discover new practice techniques and exercises.
To stay updated with the latest trends and tools in music education.
To find a convenient way to practice music on the go.
Challenges:
Balancing her teaching schedule with personal practice time.
Keeping her practice sessions engaging and productive.
Managing her time efficiently between different instruments.
Finding resources that cater to both beginner and advanced levels.
Tech Proficiency:
Comfortable with using technology, especially educational apps.
Regularly uses a tablet and smartphone for both personal and professional tasks.
Familiar with basic music software and digital sheet music.
