# MusicTools Music Dictionary

> Comprehensive music dictionary and quick reference charts for musicians. (iPhone/iPad app by OnStage Technologies, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musictools-music-dictionary/id344920107 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [OnStage Technologies, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/344920110)
- Category: Music, Reference
- Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-12-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musictools-music-dictionary/id344920107/reviews.md

## What is MusicTools Music Dictionary?

MusicTools is a set of tools designed for music students, amateur, and professional musicians. This initial release contains a comprehensive music dictionary and a set of useful quick reference charts. MusicTools contains thousands of definitions, abbreviations and performance notations used in music from the 18th century through the present day.  Future versions will contain additional tools to assist all levels of musicians with rehearsal and performance. 

This version features an extremely fast, easy-to-use dictionary search engine and an intuitive set of charts allows for quick use during lessons, practice sessions, and rehearsals.  English, German, Latin, Italian and French variations of words and pronunciations are also provided.  Musicians who play from older manuscripts will find MusicTools especially helpful in identifying older notations and abbreviations no longer listed in modern dictionaries.

Features in this edition:
* Comprehensive Music Dictionary based on Elson's original classic Pocket Music Dictionary
* Abbreviations Chart
* Accelerations Chart
* Circle of Fifths Chart
* Retardations Chart
* Tempo Markings Chart
* Musical Symbols Chart

MusicTools is produced by musicians for musicians and is designed to help you be the best musician you can be!

## Key features

- Comprehensive music dictionary
- Thousands of definitions and abbreviations
- Quick reference charts
- Multiple language variations
- Historical notation support
- Fast search engine

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $2.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Precision Metronome | $1.99 | one-time |
| Drum Rudiments Chart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Circle of Fifths | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musictools-music-dictionary/id344920107/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great tool to work with

*2024-01-22*

The perfect tool for any musician level. It’s like taking a class in music understanding and definition.

### 5/5 — Music Tools Dictionary

*2023-05-17*

Comprehensive. Great reference tool. Very flexible metronome

### 1/5 — No abbreviations

*2023-04-20*

Unless they are hidden somewhere, if musical notes abbreviations are not included, I will ask for a refund.

**Developer response:** Sorry you are having trouble. To access the Abbreviations, tap on "Charts" on the bottom tool bar.  Abbreviations are the first chart in the list.

### 5/5 — Very helpful

*2023-03-24*

I am not very music trained. I find the definitions very helpful. Thanks so much for this app, which I always have available on my iPhone.

### 5/5 — Very helpful

*2021-11-16, version 2021.1*

I am not very music trained.  I find the definitions very helpful.  Thanks so much for this app, which I always have available on my iPhone.

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2021-08-10*

Purchased to have easy access but MANY musical terms are not included and the ones that are are the most basic, rudimentary explanations I have come across. So not worth it

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback, and also for the email you sent us regarding your disappointment before you posted this review.  We did ask you to provide us the particular terms you would like added, but we've not heard back from you. We'd be happy to add whatever you think would make the dictionary more complete. Just email support@onstagetechnologies.com

### 5/5 — Brilliant update that was sorely needed…

*2021-02-28*

Despite my last review criticising some of the images used being blurry and unclear, this app has still remained on my iPhone for almost 10 years. 

I can finally say that it has definitely been improved and will be my primary music dictionary for hopefully another 10 years.

### 4/5 — Good, but the search engine could use some upgrades

*2019-08-06*

Not all the words in the dictionary come up by entering the word.  For example più does not appear unless you know to add the accent. Meno won’t appear; you have to stop at men , then scroll down through the filtered list. But then you can’t get rid of the keyboard so you can scroll to the bottom of the filtered list.

### 5/5 — Always keep handy!

*2018-06-01*

Great app!! Every musician should have this and keep it handy. I use daily when teaching and performing.

### 4/5 — M

*2017-04-17*

A much appreciated update for iOS 10; this app is awesome. Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about MusicTools Music Dictionary

### What does the MusicTools Music Dictionary app do?

This app offers a comprehensive music dictionary with thousands of definitions, abbreviations, and performance notations spanning from the 18th century to the present. It also includes a set of quick reference charts for common musical elements.

### What are the key features of this music dictionary app?

Key features include a vast music dictionary, an abbreviations chart, acceleration and retardation charts, a circle of fifths chart, tempo markings, and a musical symbols chart. It boasts a fast search engine and supports English, German, Latin, Italian, and French variations.

### Is MusicTools Music Dictionary free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This suggests that while the core dictionary and some charts may be accessible, additional features or content might require purchase.

### Who would benefit from using this music app?

This app is designed for music students, amateur musicians, and professional musicians. It is particularly helpful for those who need to understand historical notations and abbreviations found in older manuscripts or during lessons, practice, and rehearsals.

### What kind of musical terms and notations are included?

The app covers thousands of definitions, abbreviations, and performance notations used in music from the 18th century to the present day. It includes terms related to tempo, musical symbols, and various other aspects of musical practice.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2021.1 — 2021-02-26

- 10 year anniversary edition of your favorite music dictionary!
- Redesigned based on your feedback!
- All new retina images
- Metronome now included as a standard feature
- All charts now included as standard features

### 2019.2 — 2019-09-24

- iOS 13 Compatibility.

### 1.9.8 — 2019-04-06

Fixed metronome crash when tapping in the tempo.

### 1.9.6 — 2017-04-17

- iOS 10 Compatibility 

No worries! We are still updating this app, and will have more features coming your way!

### 1.8.0 — 2014-10-15

- iOS 8 compatibility
- Circle of Fifths Chart
- Over 100 new and enhanced terms, including many new French terms by your request!

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