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Digital Innovation of the Year: Meludia Wins Gold at the Lépine Competition
Meludia was awarded the gold medal, as well as the Senate and Chamber Prize, at the 113th edition of the Lépine International Competition for the best invention at the Paris Fair. This music learning method, rapidly expanding in the world’s top music schools, did not leave the jury indifferent. This boost propels Meludia into the exclusive circle of the most promising French startups.
"It is a great pride to be the first digital world inventors to receive this prestigious and globally known distinction. We are delighted that the Lépine Competition recognized Meludia as a revolutionary invention that disrupts habits and improves our daily lives."
Meludia is a revolutionary, easy-to-access, fun tool for everyone. The result of 25 years of development and experimentation on nearly 3000 musicians, Meludia puts musical enjoyment at the heart of learning. An approach that attracted thousands of visitors, musicians or not, who came to meet the inventors and their team at the Lépine Competition booth during the 12 days of the Paris Fair.
"I think the jury saw how innovative Meludia was: beyond the playful aspect, beyond the tool, we offer everyone the opportunity to strengthen their relationship with music, all over the world and at a lower cost."
The Lépine Competition
Founded in 1901 by Police Prefect Louis Lépine, the competition opened for the first time this year to digital innovations. Since its inception, the competition has awarded numerous inventions, some famous like the ballpoint pen, Birum vacuum cleaner, lawn mower, artificial heart, two-stroke engine, steam iron, or contact lenses. This 113th edition featured a stand dedicated to digital technology at the heart of its device, a magnificent support for the new wave of French inventors.
Presentation of the Application
Meludia is a web application that allows learning music simply, without an instrument, regardless of age and level. Meludia relies on an innovative method, based on the practice of “the ear.”
Meludia reverses the traditional learning chain by focusing on the development of musical pleasure. The result of 25 years of work and experiments on more than 3000 musicians, the method approaches musical practice through sensations and emotions before theory. As the levels progress, Meludia enhances listening, facilitates playing an instrument “by ear,” and develops creative abilities.
Meludia offers a complete journey, from beginner to expert. All dimensions of music are covered in a playful and immersive universe.
"Even among passionate musicians, the memory of music theory classes remains rather painful. This learning is necessary for a fulfilling practice of music, but it represents a deterrent when approached first. We offer simple and progressive exercises that work on listening. For example, one can start by distinguishing a low sound from a high sound. By working through exercises, apprentice musicians naturally develop their 'musical thinking' and creativity."
Every year, 350 million musicians spend more than 9 billion euros on music lessons (NAMM Global report 2013). 90% of the world’s population would like to play music. 95% of parents would like their children to play an instrument. Yet, 85% of students stop their musical learning before the age of 15. It’s a frustration for millions of people, all over the world.
Often at the beginning of musical studies, not enough emphasis is placed on pleasure. From then on, teaching becomes more complicated and less motivating.