Play 'n' Practice Pro 3.14.3

Play ‘n’ Practice functions as a comprehensive music instrument journal that efficiently manages repertoire while tracking practice sessions for musicians. The application prioritizes a non-intrusive user experience, allowing for an uninterrupted focus during practice.

Its versatile repertoire management system accommodates complex lists by enabling users to group their work according to various criteria, including playlists, genre, skill level, and status. This structured approach enhances the efficacy of even brief practice sessions through features such as the automatic selection of pieces that have not been played recently, alongside organized scales, arpeggios, and personalized playlists. Additionally, the integrated diary and statistics facilitate ongoing progress reviews and skill development.

Detailed Features of Play ‘n’ Practice

MUSIC INSTRUMENT JOURNAL

• Automated tracking of music instrument practice time.
• Time recording that reflects individual learning phases of each piece.
• Comprehensive rich text annotations documenting practice progress.
• Long-term progress tracking through an integrated diary.
• Calendar-based overview for daily practice sessions.
• Opportunity for progress review, with ratings and notes for each session.

WORKOUTS / PRACTICE

• *Pro* workout template editor for creating structured practice sessions.
• Definition of parts and pieces according to learning phases or custom playlists.
• Automatic selection of less frequently practiced pieces.
• Time-based rotation of repertoire pieces for varied practice.
• Automatic inclusion of scales and arpeggio exercises aligned with workout structure.
• Playlist-based workouts tailored for special events.
• Ability to focus on challenging passages via MusicXML score selection.
• *Pro* integrated recording capabilities through any available audio device.
• Teaching metronome function to assist in gradual improvement of difficult sections.
• Embedded YouTube media player for referencing videos and tutorials during workouts.
• Effortless navigation between pieces in the workout list.
• Additions to the practice list can be made on-the-fly during sessions.
• Inline and full-screen options available for sheet music viewing.

REPERTOIRE MANAGEMENT

• Access to a database with over 3000 registered pieces.
• Predefined ABRSM grading levels for most compositions.
• Links to millions of classical and contemporary works via the MusicBrainz database.
• An integrated navigator categorizing repertoire by genre, form, and status.
• Playlist management to align with user preferences.
• A thorough description of genre, form, and period for informed selection decisions.
• A reference tool for sheet music, videos, and websites available during practice sessions.
• User-defined rich text notes can be added for personalized insights.
• A direct play feature enables users to promptly commence practice sessions while tracking time spent on pieces.

SHEET MUSIC VIEWER

• An integrated sheet music viewer eliminates the need for switching applications.
• Options for individual annotations—text, freehand drawings, and shapes attached to PDF sheet music in real-time.
• Select specific measures when utilizing MusicXML 3.0 sheet music files.
• An inline viewer is available for focusing on individual measures within scores.
• A top-bar timer and control panel is featured in full-screen mode.
• Support for Bluetooth foot pedals enhances usability during PDF viewing (iOS viewer specific).

STATISTICS

• The table and chart display provides statistics summarizing practice time over chosen date spans.
• Detailed piece statistics illustrating practice time and learning phases are available.
• Navigational links from chart items lead directly to daily piece statistics for easier analysis.