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Dorico - Compose Music

Dorico - Compose Music

Music Notation & Composer App

2.1K ratings
292 reviews
📊 Productivity
🎵 Music
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 27, 2021
  • June 10, 2026

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Developer

Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH
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Create professional music notation and compositions with this powerful app. Easily input notes, edit performances, and share your work in various formats. It's suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

✓Compose music notation
✓On-screen keyboard, drum pads, fretboard
✓MIDI editing tools
✓PDF, audio, MusicXML export
✓Print to AirPrint
✓Read mode with annotation
✓Automatic engraving
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What users say about Dorico

Reviews of Dorico are mixed: the Music app is rated 4.6/5 from 2.1K App Store ratings. What users like most: powerful and full-featured notation app on iPad, seamless integration with desktop version. Top complaints: frequent crashes and stability issues, subscription-only model, no option to purchase outright. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Powerful and full-featured notation app on iPad
  • 👍Seamless integration with desktop version
  • 🚀Efficient workflow with keyboard shortcuts
  • 👍Impressive engraving and layout capabilities
  • 🚀Comprehensive feature set for composing and arranging

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🔒Subscription-only model, no option to purchase outright
  • 🐛Glitchy touch/scroll functionality
  • 🐛Inability to delete clefs or access certain settings
  • 🐛Inconsistent performance on older iPad models
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What's New in Dorico

6.2.31

June 10, 2026

This version includes a number of minor bug fixes and improvements to improve your experience of working with Dorico for iPad.

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User reviews

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Not very easy at all

This is one of the most frustrating programs that I have ever tried to learn. Finale had its challenges, but nothing like this. I have been trying to learn this program for over a year and I have yet to finish a project of any sort with it. This is not fun! It totally destroys all creativity. You spend all your time just trying to figure out how to get notes entered and where you want them to be etc. If it’s not one thing it’s another. So I resort to just writing with pencil and manuscript paper 99% of the time. And then I put all that into finale.
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TLC BelievesTLC Believes

Best app ever!

This app is definitely the best option for editing Midi files, and you can even compose your own music too! 100% would recommend 🎶🎹
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Thank you dorico!

Nothing much to say other than i love this app
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Where are the mordants?

Great app……. But WHY ARE YOU IGNORING MY MORDANTS??????? They are clearly there, and yet the audio playback BLATANTLY IGNORES THEM!!! Plus, can you add swing and lyric support next update? I need them for some songs I want to do.
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A very useful app

Steinburg’s Dorico is a very useful application that can be used to compose sheet music
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Crashes when opening or editing projects

Bug

Corrupted/lost files after app crashes

Bug

Unresponsive keyboard and note input issues

Bug

Scrolling and UI glitches, especially in Engrave mode

Bug

Incompatibility with certain iPad models and iOS versions

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Requested Features

5 requests

Support for Apple Pencil and handwriting input

Feature

Improved file management and organization

Feature

Expanded audio unit/plugin integration

Feature

More customization options for layout and engraving

Feature

Ability to export/import flows and projects between iPad and desktop

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FAQ

What does Dorico do?

Dorico is a music notation and composition application that allows users to create, edit, and share musical scores. It offers tools for note input, performance editing, and professional-quality engraving, making it suitable for a wide range of musical projects.

What are the key features of Dorico?

Key features include easy note input via on-screen keyboard, MIDI, or external keyboards, powerful MIDI editing tools for shaping performances, instant playback with built-in sounds, and the ability to share scores as PDF, audio, or MusicXML. It also boasts automatic engraving and a read mode for annotations.

How much does Dorico cost?

The app is free to use for ensembles of up to four players. Registering with a free Steinberg ID increases the player limit to eight. Advanced features, including Engrave mode and unlimited player support, are available through an optional subscription or a Lifetime Unlock in-app purchase.

What devices is Dorico compatible with?

Dorico is available for macOS, Windows, and iPadOS. The iPad version is fully compatible with desktop versions, allowing for seamless project transfer and work across different platforms.

Who would benefit from using Dorico?

Dorico is designed for a broad audience, from students learning music notation in schools to demanding professionals in concert music, film scoring, and music publishing. Its intuitive interface makes it accessible for beginners, while its depth satisfies experienced users.