65+ makams
From Hicaz to Saba, explore the makams you actually play, with clear scale and seyir notes.
App · SHIFT: Makam & Transpose
SHIFT.
Transpose Turkish makam music with confidence.
SHIFT is a focused toolkit for Turkish makam music. Explore 65+ makams, transpose instantly, and see the notes, accidentals, and intervals in one clear view.
Features
What makes it different
A focused set of tools, not a drawer full of features you never use.
Instant transposition
Move a melody to any key without losing the makam’s character. See the resulting notes immediately.
Microtonal notation
Turkish accidentals and comma intervals are displayed the way makam music is actually written.
Hear the scale
Play the scale and intervals to train your ear while you learn a new makam.
Favorites & practice
Save the makams you use most and return to them without digging through menus.
Works offline
Your makam library stays on your device. Practice on a plane, on stage, or in a lesson.
Screens
Inside the app
A look at the scale, transposition, and makam library screens.
What is a makam?
A makam is a melodic framework in Turkish music: a scale, a set of characteristic phrases, and a direction of movement (seyir). SHIFT helps you see and transpose that framework.
Does SHIFT transpose to any key?
Yes. Choose a target pitch and SHIFT recalculates the notes and accidentals while keeping the makam’s interval structure.
Is SHIFT for beginners?
It works for both. Beginners get a clear visual reference; experienced players get a fast transposition tool.
Does it work offline?
The makam library and transposition tools work offline. Store purchases and updates need a connection.
How do purchases work?
Purchases are handled by Apple or Google. Use “Restore purchases” if you reinstall the app or switch devices.
How do I get a refund?
Refunds are handled by the store where you purchased. Apple: reportaproblem.apple.com. Google Play: Play Store order history.
Ready to try it?
Download the app, start in seconds, and keep your progress across devices.