Welcome! Pianu works best with the latest version of Chrome. Just plug in and play!
What is the keyboard shortcut for minimize. You can also use Firefox and Safari, but a small plug-in is required.
It's quick and easy to install.
Mac Users
You can play the Online Piano using a real piano keyboard that supports the MIDI technology (Most of them do). MIDI is the technology that makes it possible for musical instruments to communicate with each other. Connect your real musical keyboard using a USB cable. Online Support for Adult Piano Adventures Book 1 Videos. Over two hours of instructional video provide a professional perspective to accelerate your musical training. Use the playlist controls below to select your video.
System Preferences -> Security Settings -> Allow Plugin
Once you've installed the plugin, relaunch your browser, and return to this page.
You'll see a small pop-up like so:
Click 'allow' and you're all set!
Plug in your keyboard and Pianu will detect it automatically.
Easy Troubleshooting Steps
Relaunch your Browser
This fixes most connection issues.
Simply quit/close your browser entirely, and relaunch Pianu. You should now be connected!
Does your keyboard need a Driver?
Many MIDI keyboards - the popular Yamaha YPG-235 for instance - require a driver to first be installed on your computer to speak MIDI.
Drivers can be downloaded for free online, and are easy to install. Here are a couple resources that may help:
Yamaha Keyboard Drivers
M-Audio Keyboard Drivers
Your manufacturer's website is the best place to find your keyboards' corresponding driver (and google). Once installed, simply relaunch Pianu, and you'll be connected!
Play Midi In Browser
Chrome MIDI setting
In Chrome, click the padlock in the URL bar, and make sure that 'MIDI devices full control' is set to 'always allow'.
Computer Reboot
A restart of your computer solves many driver issues that could have arisen during installation, and refreshes your operating system.
Web Piano
Verifying your keyboard
Mac Users
Open up Audio MIDI Setup to see a visual representation of your MIDI connection.
Applications > Utilities > Audio MIDI Setup > Window > Show MIDI Setup
Click 'Test Setup' and play a few keys to verify your keyboard is connecting to your Mac.
PC Users
We can verify your computer is recognizing your MIDI keyboard by going to the Device Manager.
Start > Control Panel > Device Manager
Your MIDI controller should show up in Universal Serial Bus Controllers or Sound, video and game controllers.
For further Windows MIDI diagnostic tools, here is a helpful tutorial using MIDI-OX.
Still not connected?
We want to help!
Send us an email with the model of your keyboard,
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- Enjoy the sound of a world-class Grand Piano where notes are played using your computer's keyboard or mouse.
- Keep your sound and tempo under control with the dedicated Sustain, Metronome, and Tempo buttons.
- Discover our growing list of free Interactive Songs and experience the joy of playing popular pieces like a professional pianist.
- In addition to our original Piano sound, you can also access additional musical instrument sounds such as Organ, Harpsichord, Harp or Synthesizer. These are pro-quality samples of real instruments recordings selected for their authenticity and musicality.
- Record and Save your own music compositions so you can play them back anytime you want.
- Share your best performances with friends and family with a simple invitation link.
- NEW — Native MIDI input support (requires Chrome). Play the virtual piano using your favourite MIDI controller.
Learn how to play your favourite music ..
TWO KEY MAPPINGS
REAL - Mirrors the distribution of white and black keys in a real piano. Three octaves are available.
MAX - Black piano keys are pressed using the Shift modifier key. All five octaves are available
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SONG MODE
Our flexible auto-accompaniment system will let you execute complex compositions with ease by letting you focus on the main melodic line. Notes are indicated using LED lights
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PIANO GAME
Test your piano playing skills with the new GAME MODE. Collect points as you play any of our interactive songs and challenge your friends to see who gets the highest score!
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Online Piano Midi Support Downloads
Our web based piano is compatible with most modern browsers supporting WebGL.No additional plugins are required to play this musical instrument