Chord Cadenza 2.21.2.0

Derrick Maule ❘ 23.9MB ❘ Freeware ❘
Windows

Elevate Your Music Composition with Chord Cadenza

Boris Weber

03/28/2025

Chord Cadenza by Derrick Maule is a powerful tool for musicians looking to enhance their composition skills through intuitive chord progression and arrangement features.

Chord Cadenza is a free (open source) app that helps you to play and improvise chords whilst a MIDI file or audio source is being played. It does this by updating a rolling display to map the chord notes to a piano keyboard. It can also dynamically assign notes or chords to keys on a MIDI or PC keyboard.

Synchronisation is achieved automatically from a MIDI file. An audio file (e.g. MP3) can be synchronized and saved using the program. You can also play along to any audio source (e.g. internet stream or other musicians) and synchronise as you go along.

Chords and major/minor keys can be extracted from the MIDI file using a configurable tool that analyzes the MIDI file. Chords, keys, and time signatures can also be created or updated manually - this allows you to play along with an audio source without requiring a MIDI file.

The program contains a sequencer-style display that can be used to control the volume, panning, muting, solo'ing and patching of the tracks of the MIDI file.

Audio can be rendered with the program's builtin synthesizer (using SoundFonts), or an external synthesizer (using the program's MIDI output).

Overview

Chord Cadenza is a Freeware software in the category Audio & Multimedia developed by Derrick Maule.

The latest version of Chord Cadenza is 2.21.2.0, released on 10/18/2023. It was initially added to our database on 10/09/2018.

Chord Cadenza runs on the following operating systems: Windows. The download file has a size of 23.9MB.

Chord Cadenza has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

User-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation and access to features.
Comprehensive tools for composing, editing, and arranging music.
Supports a wide variety of musical scales and modes, making it versatile for different genres.
Provides professional-quality audio output that is suitable for various applications.
Includes tutorials and help documentation that cater to both beginners and advanced users.

Cons

Limited compatibility with some operating systems, which may restrict user base.
May require a steep learning curve for users unfamiliar with music theory or composition software.
Some users have reported bugs or glitches in certain features, which can disrupt workflow.
The price point might be considered high for casual users or hobbyists.
Real-time collaboration features are limited compared to other contemporary alternatives.

FAQ

What is Chord Cadenza?

Chord Cadenza is a software program that helps musicians practice and perform music by displaying chord and scale information in real time.

Who created Chord Cadenza?

Chord Cadenza was created by Derrick Maule, a musician and software developer.

What features does Chord Cadenza offer?

Chord Cadenza offers features such as real-time chord recognition, MIDI playback, chord progression visualization, and scale lookup.

Is Chord Cadenza suitable for beginners?

Yes, Chord Cadenza is suitable for beginners as it can help them learn and practice chords and scales more effectively.

Can Chord Cadenza be used for live performances?

Yes, Chord Cadenza can be used for live performances as it provides real-time chord and scale information to assist musicians on stage.

What platforms is Chord Cadenza available on?

Chord Cadenza is available for Windows operating systems.

Does Chord Cadenza support different instruments?

Yes, Chord Cadenza supports different instruments by providing chord and scale information that can be applied to various musical instruments.

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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