Aria Maestosa
Aria Maestosa Project
Aria Maestosa is a MIDI editor that presents music through familiar views including notation, piano roll, guitar and drum editing.
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Notation & Scoring – Free Music Software & Plug-ins
Free score editors, engraving systems, tablature tools and related music-reading applications. Some emphasize graphical entry while others generate notation from text or recognize printed scores. Compare the input method and export workflow, and proofread the final score and parts before rehearsal or publication.
These are researched directory entries, not hands-on reviews. Optional purchases, account requirements and limited editions are identified on product pages. Format availability can differ by operating system.
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Audiveris
Audiveris Project
Audiveris performs optical music recognition, turning images of printed notation into editable musical data.
View details →Chrome Music Lab Song Maker
Chrome Music Lab
Song Maker is a browser music sketchpad that uses a visual note grid and a simple percussion lane.
View details →Denemo
Denemo Project
Denemo provides graphical music entry with LilyPond-based engraving.
View details →Frescobaldi
Frescobaldi Project
Frescobaldi is an editor designed specifically for LilyPond notation files.
View details →GNU Solfege
GNU Solfege Project
GNU Solfege is an ear-training application for practicing intervals, chords, rhythms and related listening skills.
View details →Impro-Visor
Impro-Visor Project
Impro-Visor focuses on jazz improvisation, lead sheets and harmonic practice.
View details →LilyPond
LilyPond Project
LilyPond turns text-based music descriptions into engraved scores.
View details →MuseScore Studio
MuseScore
MuseScore Studio is a desktop notation application for entering, arranging and engraving musical scores.
View details →Nootka
Nootka Project
Nootka helps musicians learn notation and connect written notes with instrumental playing.
View details →PianoBooster
PianoBooster Project
PianoBooster is a MIDI-based piano practice application that displays musical notation and follows played notes.
View details →Rosegarden
Rosegarden Project
Rosegarden combines music notation with MIDI sequencing and audio arrangement on Linux.
View details →TuxGuitar
TuxGuitar Project
TuxGuitar is a tablature and score editor for guitar-oriented arrangements.
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