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MusicPad – Music Writing

MusicPad – Music Writing

Write, compose & score music

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  • Released
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  • December 31, 2022
  • April 20, 2026

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Developer

Juan Andres Verdaguer
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This app offers a digital notebook experience for musicians to handwrite and compose music scores. It provides tools for creating detailed notation, managing pages, and navigating compositions with Apple Pencil support. Export your work as PDFs or share files with collaborators.

✓Handwritten music notation with Apple Pencil
✓Unlimited notepads and customizable pages
✓Gesture-based tools and undo functionality
✓Effortless navigation and page management
✓PDF export and file sharing
✓iCloud syncing across devices
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What's New in MusicPad

2.0.2

April 20, 2026

- Various internal fixes

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Clean and Simple

What more can I say, easy to use for somebody who likes to hand write charts. Highly recommended.
Auto PennyAuto Penny

Response from developer

Thanks for your review Auto Penny! Best, Juan

Perfect for my needs

I do a lot of harmony exercises to keep my skills sharp. I do have a whiteboard that I use to save on paper but wanted some way of saving them. In steps musicpad the perfect tool for mocking out the exercises as I currently work my way through C.H.Kitson’s Elementary Harmony once more.

Looking forward to see what comes in version 2.
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AEMusicianAEMusician

Response from developer

Thanks for your review AEMusician! I’m very happy to hear MusicPad is working for you. All the best!

What’s the difference?

I bought the full version after testing it a little and there is no compositional advantage I can see. No OCR, no stamps. Basically this is a drawing program with staff paper. Am I missing something?

I’m guessing the sharing feature is important to some but for me it was a waste of money. Sigh…
Jguy3139Jguy3139

Response from developer

Sorry to hear that Jguy3139. "Drawing over staff paper" is more important than what you make it look like, not just for me but for many others. That is the compositional advantage indeed. OCR will not be part of this app but stamps will be in a future release. You're always welcome to ask for a refund from Apple if you're unsatisfied with your purchase. Thanks for your review!

Can’t Get it to work

I’m using an ipad 12.9 pro, trying to test free version- can’t get it to do much of anything.
BullwhattleBullwhattle

Response from developer

Sorry to hear that. The app is designed to be used together with an Apple Pencil on the iPad, otherwise you won't be able to write with precision (you could still write with your fingers though). What exactly are you trying to do with it? You can contact me directly to info@musicpad.app for more troubleshooting.

Very good and very well built app

I would like to see stamps in the future,like of clefs for example. I bought the full version because this is a very well built app
Daniel09812Daniel09812

Response from developer

Thanks for the review! I’m busy with stamps as we speak, stay tuned for more ;)

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FAQ

What is MusicPad?

MusicPad is a digital notebook application designed for musicians and composers to handwrite and compose music scores using Apple Pencil on their iPad.

Can I write music on my iPhone with MusicPad?

MusicPad is optimized for iPad as the primary writing surface. While you can view and edit pages on an iPhone, writing on the iPhone is not supported.

What features are available in the free version of MusicPad?

The free version allows you to create unlimited MusicPad files, add up to one page per document, access all writing tools, and sync files across devices with iCloud.

How do I unlock all features in MusicPad?

You can unlock unlimited pages, full page configuration and navigation, PDF export, bookmarks, grids, and advanced layout tools with a one-time purchase.

Does MusicPad support Apple Pencil Pro?

Yes, MusicPad offers full support for Apple Pencil Pro, including features like hover, squeeze, and double-tap gestures.

How often is MusicPad updated?

The latest version, 2.0, was last updated on March 25, 2026, indicating a commitment to ongoing development and feature enhancements.

What platforms is MusicPad available on?

MusicPad runs on iOS and iPadOS 18 or later and is designed for iPad, with iPhone support focused on viewing and page editing.

How does MusicPad handle music notation?

MusicPad provides a true handwritten notation experience built on Apple’s PencilKit, offering near-zero latency and natural handwriting for creating sheet music and scores.