# Notate + Play = music notebook — Transcribe, Practice & Play

> Music notebook for transcribing, practicing, and playing with synchronized audio and sheet music. (iPhone/iPad app by Kunio Arai.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notate-plus-play-music-notebook/id1658701195 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kunio Arai](https://appshunter.io/developer/395073615)
- Category: Music, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2023-07-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/notate-plus-play-music-notebook/id1658701195/reviews.md

## What is Notate + Play = music notebook?

A new way to note down sound.
Music & Audio Note brings recording, ear training, and sheet music creation together in one app.
View an audio player and staff paper on the same screen.

Compare a reference audio track (a recording or a song from your music library) with your sheet music side by side. Listening while you write or check your notation strengthens the connection between the music and the score, guiding you toward a more ideal performance. In the end, you may even be able to reproduce the music playing in your head through your instrument.

WHAT'S NEW

- Tempo & Time Signature Analysis
Just tap "Beat Analyze" to automatically detect a song's tempo. Downbeats are detected automatically too, so no more tedious manual marking.

- Chord Analysis
Instantly find out the chords of any song you're curious about. Tap "Analyze" to automatically detect and display the chord progression, cutting down your ear-training time dramatically.

* Works only with audio files you recorded or obtained yourself. Songs from your Apple Music library are not supported.

MAIN FEATURES

1. Separate Rhythm & Pitch Input
Enter rhythm and pitch separately, based on ear-training principles.

2. Linking Audio and Sheet Music
Link your audio source to your sheet music and sync playback position with measures.

3. Vertical Scrolling
View your sheet music with vertical scrolling, easily toggled in Settings.

4. Add & Edit Tracks
Freely add and edit tracks - chords, notes, text, and audio.

5. Adjustable Playback Speed
Change the audio playback speed as needed.

6. Sheet Music Viewer
Import sheet music from PDFs or photos and view it right in the app.

7. Metronome
The built-in metronome scrolls the page automatically to match the tempo and time signature set in your score.

8. Second Voice Part Support
Select an individual Note Track in "Edit track(s)" and turn on "Second Voice Part" to enter it.

9. Slurs & Text Input
Add slurs and text to your sheet music. Select a range of notes and use the popup menu that appears.

10. Video Recording of Performances
Record a video of your own performance to keep as a record.

## Key features

- Link audio and sheet music
- Input rhythm and pitch separately
- Vertical sheet music scrolling
- Add and edit tracks (chords, notes, text)
- Adjust audio playback speed
- Import sheet music from PDF/images

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Usage License | $1.99 | per month |
| Subscription license | $5.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited License | $19.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Notate + Play = music notebook

### How do I add audio to Notate + Play?

You can select a song from your Apple Music library or record new audio using your device's microphone directly within the app. The audio track then functions as a player, allowing you to start playback from any point.

### Can I adjust the tempo and time signature in Notate + Play?

Yes, you can set the time signature and tempo for your piece. The default is 4/4 time and 60 BPM, but you can adjust these using the 'Tempo Change Dialog' and add time signature marks to any measure.

### What is the 'Beat Anchor' feature in Notate + Play?

The 'Beat Anchor' feature allows you to synchronize the sheet music measures with the audio playback. By adding anchors, you link specific points in time to measure positions, which helps in creating a more precise score and can automatically calculate tempo.

### Does Notate + Play support different ways to input music?

Notate + Play supports a training-based approach by allowing users to input rhythm and pitch separately. This method, entering rhythm first and then pitch, is designed to ensure more accurate transcription.

### Can I view my sheet music in different ways with Notate + Play?

Notate + Play offers vertical scrolling for sheet music, which can be enabled in the settings for easier viewing. You can also import sheet music from PDF or image files.

### What are the subscription options for Notate + Play?

Notate + Play offers a Usage License for $0.99 per month with a 7-day free trial, and a Subscription license for $5.99 per year, also with a 7-day free trial.

### Is Notate + Play suitable for beginners?

The app is designed to support musical instrument practice and improve transcription skills. Features like separate input for rhythm and pitch, and adjustable playback speed can be beneficial for learners.

### What devices is Notate + Play available on?

Notate + Play is available on iPhone and iPad, as indicated by its supported devices list.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.55 — 2026-07-26

・Fixed an issue with the chord analysis feature.

### 3.54 — 2026-07-09

・Beat Analyze feature has been updated.
・Chord Analyze feature has been updated.

### 3.53 — 2026-07-04

New Features

■ Tempo & Beat Analysis
Tap "Beat Analyze" to automatically analyze your song's tempo and detect the start of each bar. No more tedious manual marking.

■ Chord Analysis
Instantly discover the chords of any song. Tap "Analyze" to automatically analyze and display the chord progression, saving hours of ear training.

* Works only with audio files you've recorded or obtained yourself. Not compatible with the Apple Music library.

### 3.52 — 2026-03-01

・Fixed an issue where audio files in audio tracks were not downloaded from iCloud.

### 3.51 — 2026-02-20

• You can now record your practice sessions on video.
Tap the Video button at the top of the screen to turn the upper half into a recording view, allowing you to record while viewing your sheet music.

• Added a new “Go to Note Name Input” button.
After entering rhythm, tap “Go to Note Name Input” to move the focus to the beginning of the entered rhythm and start entering pitch.

• Fixed several notation display issues in sheet music.

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All apps by Kunio Arai: https://appshunter.io/developer/395073615

## Related topics

[staff paper](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/staff-paper)

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