Keen little rabbit ears is a straightforward Linux and Windows ear training software.
Installation of Keen Little Rabbit Ears is quite simple as it requires the installation of Perl (Version 5), Perl/Tk, Perl::MIDI, and an external MIDI player like timidity (Version 0.2i). The software is written in Perl, uses Perl/Tk for the user interface, Perl::MIDI to write MIDI files, and timidity for playing MIDI files.
As an early release, Keen Little Rabbit Ears has a few features that need to be implemented. Despite this, the software works exceptionally well on a Pentium 90 using Suse Linux (Version 6.1) and Windows 95 too. We strongly recommend that users consult the relevant manuals before using the software.
There are several techniques you can use to train your ear. In general, the user should begin by selecting two or three items they are already familiar with or are highly common in music. For added difficulty, in the next phase, two more items are added to the initial selection. A guideline for the selection of exercises is provided below, but it is always better to consult your music teacher for a personalized exercise plan.
In this release, Keen Little Rabbit Ears introduces new features like Quiz Mode, Advanced Root Note Selection, an Extension to Playing Direction (both), Highlighting of Selected Instruments/Root Note, 440 Hz (sing an "A" test), and a bug fix (pitch drill).
In conclusion, Keen Little Rabbit Ears is an excellent ear-training software for aspiring musicians, especially for those who are just starting. Despite its early release status, the software is highly functional on different computer systems and capable of making the road to musical proficiency an enjoyable one.
Version 0.8: N/A