BPM
Collaborative Musicians App
BPM (short for Buddies Playing Music) is a community-powered app and space for musicians who want to jam, learn, and grow without the pressure to “go pro.” Whether you’re relearning an old instrument or hunting for a new band/orchestra to join, BPM connects casual players to easy, local, and lasting collaboration.
Designed by Lily Rosen (Branding + Secondary UI/UX) and Samantha Yeung (Research + Primary UI/UX).
Striking chords together.
People miss playing music together. Not just on a stage or in a school band, but on weeknights, in living rooms, garages, or squeezed into practice rooms. For many amateur musicians, those moments are hard to find. Without the space, formal programs, or peer network, it becomes nearly impossible to connect. Instruments gather dust. Passions fizzle.
So BPM set out to keep the music going.
The app, paired with a theoretical community space, streamlines play. With over 120 screens, you can experience it all. Users can create or join jam groups filtered by genre, skill level, or instrument. They can book practice rooms solo or with friends. A chat feature lets users stay in touch. And a rotating lineup of casual classes—from movie-score ensembles to theory lessons—invites learning without intimidation. Because playing together doesn’t require perfection; all you need is a beat and a buddy.
