# Filigree: Motif Sketchpad — by Songdeed

> Melodic sketchpad for developing and transforming musical ideas. (iPhone/iPad app by EVAN TRACEN POWERS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filigree-motif-sketchpad/id6794147286 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [EVAN TRACEN POWERS](https://appshunter.io/developer/6788864324)
- Category: Music, Education
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filigree-motif-sketchpad/id6794147286/reviews.md

## What is Filigree?

Filigree is a melodic sketchpad for developing musical ideas.

Drop in a phrase and Filigree fans it into dozens of related variations — invert
it, augment it, revoice it — so you can find the keeper that develops your piece,
or stumble onto the spark for a whole new one. Bring an idea and grow it, or reach
for one when the page is blank.

Built for composers, songwriters, producers, and anyone who takes a small musical
idea and works it.

HOW IT WORKS

- Start a phrase — draw it on a simple grid with no rhythm notation to wrestle
  with, import a MIDI or MusicXML file from your notation app, or tap Random for an
  in-key idea to riff on.

- Branch variations — from any phrase, add a mathematically-related variation, or
  hit Surprise me for a whole spread at once. Your original always stays put, so you
  can explore a full family tree of ideas without losing your place.

- Keep the ones you love — star a variation to save it, then audition it, loop it,
  and compare two side by side.

WHAT'S INSIDE

- Around thirty musical transforms across reversal, inversion, rhythm, harmony,
  contour, and structure — each adjustable, not one-size-fits-all.

- Harmony and voicings, with a harmonic-rhythm control for turning a single line
  into something fuller.

- A standard-notation view on a real staff, plus MusicXML export for Sibelius,
  MuseScore, Dorico, or Finale.

- MIDI and MusicXML import and export — pull an existing melody in to develop it,
  and send any keeper straight to your DAW.

PRIVATE BY DESIGN

No account. No sign-up. No tracking. No internet required. Everything lives on your
device. One purchase — no subscriptions, no ads, yours to keep.

Filigree is by Songdeed.

## Key features

- Generate musical variations
- Import MIDI and MusicXML
- Apply musical transforms
- Adjust harmony and voicings
- Export to standard notation
- Export to MIDI
- Private, offline functionality


## Frequently asked questions about Filigree

### What is Filigree?

Filigree is a melodic sketchpad designed for developing musical ideas. It allows you to generate numerous variations from a single musical phrase using various transforms and export them for further use.

### How does Filigree generate variations?

Filigree uses around thirty musical transforms across reversal, inversion, rhythm, harmony, contour, and structure. You can also use a 'Surprise me' feature for a spread of variations.

### Can I import my existing music into Filigree?

Yes, Filigree supports importing MIDI or MusicXML files from other notation or DAW applications, allowing you to develop existing melodies.

### What export options does Filigree offer?

Filigree provides a standard-notation view on a real staff and supports MusicXML export for popular notation software like Sibelius, MuseScore, Dorico, or Finale. It also exports to MIDI.

### Is Filigree private and does it require internet?

Filigree is designed to be private, requiring no account, sign-up, tracking, or internet connection. Everything is stored locally on your device.

### What is the price of Filigree?

Filigree is available for a one-time purchase of $4.99. It does not involve subscriptions or ads.

### Does Filigree have ads?

No, Filigree is ad-free. The application is a one-time purchase and is yours to keep without advertisements.

### What devices is Filigree compatible with?

Filigree is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, running on iOS.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-08-18

-Draw grid bug fix
-XML export bug fix
-Key select bug fix

### 1.0.1 — 2026-08-11

Your work now saves automatically — your variations and keepers stay put between sessions.

### 1.0 — 2026-08-04

No release notes.

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