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MuseScore

Professional music notation and composition software for desktop.

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LicenseGPL-3.0
GitHub stars11.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
Qt6Score EngravingMediaSheet MusicCppMusic Notation
Overview

Why consider MuseScore?

MuseScore is the world’s leading open-source music composition and notation software. Written in C++ and Qt, it features WYSIWYG score engraving, Muse Sounds realistic orchestra samples, MIDI keyboard input, and MusicXML export.

Guided learning

Learn MuseScore by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of MuseScore

MuseScore enables composers to write orchestral scores and lead sheets with playback powered by hyper-realistic orchestral sample instruments.

Installation

bash
1# Ubuntu
2sudo apt install musescore4
3
4# macOS via Homebrew
5brew install --cask musescore

MuseScore is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0).

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MuseScore FAQs

MuseScore is listed as a Media tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

MuseScore is listed under the GPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

MuseScore is listed as an alternative to Sibelius. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.