Daily music theory, backed by science

Stop calculating.
Start knowing.

Stop pausing mid-song to count up from the root. UltraChord trains you to name every chord tone from memory, so the notes are there when you need them.

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A hand-inked UltraChord phone showing a C7 chord practice screen beside a Pop and Rock pathway card and tactile chord blocks

Recognition is not recall

Seeing the chord isn’t knowing the notes.

You may be at step one or two today. UltraChord trains the missing recall step until you reach three: instant chord-tone fluency.

01 Recognition

C^maj7

You see the chord. You know the shape. You can play it.

02 Recall

C · __ · __ · __

You can work it out—but can you name every note on command?

03 Fluency

C · E · G · B

The notes are there instantly. No counting.

The UltraChord method

Built around how memory actually works.

Learning isn’t about seeing something more often. It’s about remembering it when it counts. UltraChord uses proven principles from cognitive science to help chord knowledge stick.

Retrieval PracticeEvery answer strengthens memory more than simply rereading.
Spaced RepetitionReview chords right before you’re likely to forget them.
Adaptive PracticeThe better you know a chord, the less often you’ll see it. The harder it is, the more we’ll help.

Built for stronger recall

A four-stage music practice machine moves a chord prompt through recall, feedback, and scheduled return

A focused loop, daily

How UltraChord works

Practice for a few minutes.
We’ll handle the rest.

You don’t have to decide what to study next. UltraChord tracks every chord you’ve practiced and automatically schedules reviews based on your performance. Just show up. We’ll guide the rest.

01
See the prompt
Start with one clear chord symbol.
02
Recall the notes
Spell the chord before you see the answer.
03
Get feedback
Correct the answer immediately and connect it to your instrument.
04
We handle the rotation
UltraChord knows which chords need practice now and when to bring each one back.

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Progress you can measure

See your fluency improve.

Knowing a chord isn’t just getting it right once. It’s answering quickly, consistently, and confidently. UltraChord measures your progress over time so you always know what you’ve mastered and what needs another review.

Recall time by chordWatch each chord come to mind faster across repeated reviews.

Accuracy over timeKnow which chords are reliable and which still need work.

Fluency stageWatch each chord progress from New through Mastered.

Adaptive practiceUltraChord brings each chord back when it can strengthen recall.

A hand-inked UltraChord progress screen showing Em7 recall time improving from 13.6 seconds to 6.7 seconds, with new, fluent, and next-review chord tiles floating around it

Connected knowledge

Build knowledge that connects.

Music isn’t a collection of isolated facts. Every chord connects to scales, intervals, progressions, substitutions, and songs. UltraChord helps you build a mental map instead of a list to memorize.

The result isn’t just better recall. It’s better musicianship.

A featured guitarist plays with a band while notes and chord blocks fly from the instrument

Pathways

Learn the chords your music actually uses.

Whether you’re playing jazz, pop, rock, blues, or writing your own songs, learn the chord vocabulary that matters most to you. Start with one pathway. Explore the rest whenever you’re ready.

Foundations chord-learning pathway artwork. Major and minor triads in the keys musicians meet most.

Pop & Rock chord-learning pathway artwork. The triads and power chords behind familiar songs.

Jazz chord-learning pathway artwork. Seventh chords, guide tones, and essential movement.

Blues & Soul chord-learning pathway artwork. Dominant color, minor sevenths, and turnarounds.

All chords chord-learning pathway artwork. Every supported root and quality in one rotation.

Custom chord-learning pathway artwork. Choose your own keys, qualities, and individual chords.

One simple subscription

One year.
Unlimited learning.

Everything included.

$19.99/year

Unlimited lessons
Every pathway
Progress tracking
Practice analytics
Future updates

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FAQ

Questions before you start?

Is UltraChord really science based?

Yes. UltraChord uses active recall, immediate feedback, and spaced repetition, all well-supported learning principles. Our exact fluency scores are coaching targets, not universal laws, and we explain the full method on our .

Does it work for my instrument?

Yes. UltraChord is for piano, guitar, songwriters, producers, students, self-taught players, and anyone who wants chord names to show up faster.

What do I get for free?

As our Guest, you can complete one five-question Foundations practice every day. A free account saves your scores, streak, eligible achievements, and requested email reminder. A $19.99/year subscription adds unlimited adaptive practice, every pathway, detailed progress, and custom practice.

Can I read the studies?

Yes. Read the research behind retrieval practice, distributed practice, and corrective feedback, along with our interpretation on the .

How does UltraChord choose what returns?

UltraChord tracks your answers, speed, accuracy, and progress, then uses that information to schedule future reviews.

Why a yearly subscription?

Chord fluency is built through consistent practice over time. A yearly plan keeps the product simple and gives you unlimited access for $19.99 per year.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. You can manage or cancel your annual subscription from your account.