# Session Notes AU — Notes in your DAW workflow

> Digital notebook for musicians and producers within their DAW workflow. (iPhone/iPad app by Christian Thompson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/session-notes-au/id1552595478 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christian Thompson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511795684)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-02-18
- Data updated: 2026-07-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/session-notes-au/id1552595478/reviews.md

## What is Session Notes AU?

Session Notes AU keeps your lyrics, mix notes, set lists, production reminders, and session notes inside the same DAW workflow where you track, edit, rehearse, and mix.

Instead of bouncing out to a separate notes app, you can keep the writing and the work in the same place.

Version 2.0 turns Session Notes AU into a more capable production companion with better writing tools, better note navigation, a flexible editor layout, and a safer day-to-day writing flow.

Built For Real Session Work

- Keep notes inside your DAW workflow instead of breaking focus
- Switch quickly between the note browser and the active note
- Resize the editor and note list with a drag handle
- Use a more polished note browser with clearer active-note focus

Brand New Writing Tools In 2.0

- Markdown-aware writing support
- Keyboard accessory tools for lists, checklists, links, undo, redo, find, stats, and quick structure helpers
- List, checklist, numbered-list, and blockquote continuation
- Indent, outdent, and paired insertion helpers
- In-note Find with live match highlighting
- Live document stats while you write
- Autosave for existing notes while you work

Safer Session Flow In 2.0

- Automatic iCloud sync across devices
- Manual sync when you want more control
- Backup to Files App
- Restore from backup if needed
- Safer handling for note changes across devices

Also Included

- AUv3 plug-in workflow plus standalone app
- Save, Save As New Note, share, delete, and reorder actions
- Multiple themes for different studio environments
- Separate font and size controls for browser text, title text, and note body text
- Comprehensive built-in in-app manual

Session Notes AU is designed for musicians, producers, engineers, and performers who want notes to feel like part of the session, not a second app sitting off to the side.

## Key features

- Integrated DAW workflow
- Markdown-aware writing
- Keyboard accessory tools
- Automatic iCloud sync
- Backup and restore functionality
- AUv3 plugin and standalone app
- Customizable themes and fonts

## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/session-notes-au/id1552595478/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing Improvements!!!

*2026-05-16, version 2.0*

Thank you for adding the split screen editor and structured formatting. That makes my notes and navigation so much easier while referencing live.

### 5/5 — Version 2.0 is a huge upgrade

*2026-03-30, version 2.0*

Really impressed with the addition of Markdown and general smoothness of the new update. I find myself regularly taking notes outside of a session on my iPhone and finding it synced up perfectly within my sessions. 

Adding this to every template I’ve ever made. Well done dev.

### 4/5 — Good,  it could be better with a smilie improvement.

*2024-01-07, version 1.2*

With large sets and effect chains, the icon is too similar to any number of eq or audio related AU in general. This is one app where the ability to change the icon would be extremely helpful. For instance, the ability to just have it say “text” as an icon would really differentiate it spacially as a reminder.

### 3/5 — Nice but needs two important things

*2023-07-10, version 1.1.4*

Very nicely done! This is something extremely useful as-is though most people probably don’t realize how useful it can be. And for the price, there shouldn’t be anything to complain about. Unfortunately it’s missing two things that really hobble it. 

First, it needs to save its state in the host app session. For instance, if a particular note is displayed when the session is saved, it needs to be restored when the session is reloaded. I was going to give 4 stars but this is a deal breaker.

Second, it would be super, super useful if notes could have a midi message associated to them (such as a Note number, or a CC/value combination) so that the note will display if the message is received by the app. This would make it possible for lyrics or performance notes could pop up when needed. 

With the two above features, this could be a 5 star app. But even without those, at this price I’m not disappointed that I purchased it. So thanks!

### 3/5 — B

*2023-07-07*

Gr

**Developer response:** Hi Teoworks,

Thanks for you feedback. Please be aware that copy and paste functionality is already present. 

Cheers,

Christian

### 3/5 — 3 Stars For A Great Idea

*2022-04-08, version 1.1.1*

But it needs some serious improvement. Mainly, it does not save its window status in the host AUM; each time I reopen an AUM session, I have to reopen the window for Session Notes, position it where I want it, and select the correct note for the session I’m using. This should all be saved in the AUM session. Entering, saving, and updating notes is quite awkward, and a lot more difficult than it needs to be. But I really believe this is a great idea and very useful for noting details about a particular session in AUM. When improvements are made, I will be glad to give this 5 stars.
UPDATE 4/8/2022
Downloaded and tried again just to see… some improvements have been made, but Session Notes STILL does not come up in AUM a with the correct note for the session already open. There is no need for the app to store all your notes for all your sessions. A simple text window which saves its text for each particular session it’s used in would be just fine. IMHO, saving all your notes with the app is kind of overkill for this purpose.

### 4/5 — Exactly what I needed to put notes in my AUM sessions

*2021-06-10, version 1.0.1*

This is exactly what I was looking for. I’m using it in AUM to load lyrics for songs and also notes about the different sessions setups. My only complaint is that I think it’s a bit overpriced at $2.99. Also, when saving a note, it immediately closes the note. It would be nice if it kept the note open!

### 5/5 — A simply brilliant idea

*2021-02-19*

This is a great way to add a notepad to your AUv3 workflow.
Set lists, song structures, lyrics... anything in text form appears in a sizeable box you can move about your screen... brilliant! Well done Christian, keep up the good work.

## Frequently asked questions about Session Notes AU

### What is Session Notes AU?

Session Notes AU is a digital notebook designed to keep your lyrics, mix notes, and other session details directly within your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) workflow. It aims to prevent you from breaking focus by using a separate notes app.

### What are the new writing tools in Session Notes AU 2.0?

Version 2.0 introduces Markdown-aware writing, keyboard accessory tools for lists and checklists, undo/redo functionality, find with live highlighting, and live document statistics. It also includes helpers for indentation and paired insertions.

### How does Session Notes AU handle data safety?

Session Notes AU offers automatic iCloud sync across your devices for seamless updates. It also provides manual sync options, backups to the Files app, and the ability to restore from a backup if needed, ensuring safer handling of your note changes.

### Can I use Session Notes AU on multiple devices?

Yes, Session Notes AU supports automatic iCloud sync, allowing you to access and edit your notes across your iPhone and iPad. This ensures your notes are consistent wherever you work on your music.

### What is the price of Session Notes AU?

Session Notes AU is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $1.99. This price grants you access to all features and updates.

### Does Session Notes AU have ads?

No, Session Notes AU does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted user experience without any in-app ads.

### How often is Session Notes AU updated?

The latest version, 2.0, was released on March 26, 2026, indicating active development. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the release of a major version suggests ongoing support and improvements.

### What is the age rating for Session Notes AU?

Session Notes AU has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain content that would be considered inappropriate for younger audiences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-03-26

Version 2.0 makes Session Notes AU a much more complete studio tool.

This release adds Markdown support, writing tools, a more polished note browser, a resizable interface layout, autosave, and iCloud sync.

New in 2.0:

- Markdown support for more structured session notes
- New editor tools for lists, checklists, links, undo, redo, find, stats, and quick formatting helpers
- Smarter writing flow with list continuation, checklist continuation, numbered continuation, quote continuation, indent and outdent controls, and paired insertion helpers
- In-note Find with live match highlighting and next/previous navigation
- Live note stats including words, characters, lines, reading time, and headings
- A more polished note browser with clearer active-note focus and stronger visual structure
- A new draggable split layout so you can resize the editor and note list to fit the session
- Autosave for existing notes so active work is less likely to get interrupted or lost
- iCloud sync across devices
- New ways to back up and restore notes when you need them
- An interactive built-in user manual inside the host app

Session Notes AU still does one core job: keeping your working notes where the session is happening. Version 2.0 just does it with much better writing tools and much better session safety.

### 1.4.2 — 2026-01-27

This update includes stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.4.1 — 2025-01-07

- Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.4 — 2024-11-11

- Introduced support for importing files in both Rich Text Format (RTF) and Plain Text Format (TXT) directly from the Files App.
- Stability improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.3 — 2024-08-12

- Enhanced user interface design.
- Expanded font size range.
- Added OpenDyslexic font.
- Refactored themes.
- Stability improvements and bug fixes.

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