Muse Score

Muse Score


Tool Type

Study Tools, Recording, Productivity, Interaction

Who Uses It?

Students, Instructors, Staff

Tags

IT Approved



Difficulty

Intermediate

Accessibility Info

Tool Description

MuseScore is the world’s most popular notation app for creating, playing,  and printing sheet music. It is free, easy to use, open source,  and supports various instruments and styles. You can find, play,  and create sheet music for any instrument or genre.     



Cost/Licenses

Free, Optional Individual Subscription

How to Get or Use This Tool

Download for free on MuseScore's website. If you are putting this onto a college provided computer, contact the student help desk for students or the IT helpdesk for employees.


Platforms

Web-based, Mac OS, Window OS, Linux, Mobile

Tool Resources

Pros

  • Free and Open-Source: You get access to a wide range of composition and notation tools with the free plan. It’s an open-source platform, that allows customization through plugins to meet your specific music requirements.
  • High-Quality Note Editor: MuseScore offers a high-quality note editor with customization options. You can start from scratch or choose from free templates.
  • Community and Sharing: It allows you to share and interact with other composers and musicians. You can explore other creative works across the platform.
  • Supports Countless Instruments: Whether you play the piano, saxophone, or any other instrument, MuseScore provides incredible ease for creating original and beautiful musical scores.

Cons

  • Basic Compared to Premium Software: While MuseScore is powerful, it may be considered more basic than some premium music notation software options.
  • Occasionally Export Issues: Export to Other Formats: Although MuseScore supports various export formats (PDF, MIDI, MusicXML), some users report occasional formatting discrepancies when exporting to other notation software.
  • Limited Sound Library: The built-in sound library might not be as realistic or high-quality as some premium virtual instruments. If you’re aiming for professional-sounding playback, you may need to explore third-party sound libraries or use external virtual instruments.

Privacy

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Accessible is defined as:

When considering the use of a digital tool with students in a classroom, prioritizing accessibility is essential. Accessibility is assessed through compliance with WCAG 2.0 standards. All softwares, where the primary user is students, in the Digital Tool Hub are accessible. Keep in mind there some exceptions due to the nature of the various types of software. The If a software is level of partial accessibility are outlined on each tool's page if a tool is partially accessible.

  • What is a VPAT: A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) is a document that explains how information and communication technology products such as software, hardware, electronic content, and support documentation meet the Revised 508 Standards for IT accessibility. Check out Sonoma State University's article and learn how to read a VPAT.

How are the tags defined:

Tags can be changed at any time, so check in regularly for any software changes, recommendations, approval, etc.

Tags are defined as follows:

  • Recommended by ATC: This is a tool recommended by the Academic Technology Center (ATC) for faculty to use for its intended purposes.
  • IT Approved: The tool has been fully vetted for cybersecurity.
  • Free: The tool is completely free to Lane students, faculty, and staff, and has no features missing.
  • Free (Limited): The tool is completely free to Lane students, faculty, and staff, but has limited features compared to a licensed version.
  • User's Choice:This tool is used by many users and is highly regarded by students, faculty, and/or staff. This does not guarantee the tool is accessible for faculty to use in courses. Review additional tool information to ensure an informed decision regarding its suitability for faculty use in courses.

Difficulty is defined at each level as follows:

  • Beginner-Friendly: Requires basic familiarity with digital tools. Able to follow simple instructions and navigate intuitively. Benefit from clear guidance and encouragement.
  • Intermediate: Requires a moderate level of understanding of digital tools. Can explore deeper features and adapt to some customization. Able to engage and use with moderate complexity and seek help when needed.
  • Advanced: Requires advanced proficiency in using digital tools. Can navigate complex workflows and adapt to advanced customization. Able to innovate, contribute, and troubleshoot independently within the platform.