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25th Anniversary: Songs of the Year

Check out our Songs of the Year from the past 25 years, including songs from Christina Aguilera, Adele, The Greatest Showman, and more!

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Infographic: Top Songs of the Last 5 Years (By Country)

As part of our 25th anniversary celebrations, we wanted to look back at some of the wonderful music our customers have enjoyed over the years. In this infographic, we're specifically showcasing the most popular sheet music arrangement from 100 countries over the last 5 years! We've

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Dark Academia Piano Solos

Dark academia is full of beautiful classic songs that bring to mind grand universities, quill pens, and ancient books full of secrets. To help you bring this elegant aethestic into your music, we've created a dark academia sheet music collection. With this collection, you'll enjoy twelve

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Learn The Music From Olivia Rodrigo's New Album, 'GUTS'!

Olivia Rodrigo released her highly-anticipated album GUTS on September 8. And it's already had great success, with every song making it onto the Hot 100 chart and GUTS itself being a number 1 album! And now that you've had the chance to listen to all of

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Enter to Win an iPad Pro!

To help celebrate our 25th Anniversary, we're giving away an iPad Pro so one lucky winner can take their entire Musicnotes sheet music library anywhere! The iPad Pro is great for every musican! The 12.9" screen makes viewing and marking your music a breeze. Our Sheet

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Popular Articles For Musicians

Over the years, we've written many different articles to help musicians all over the world! Whether you're a beginner, a teacher, a full-time musician, or somewhere in between, we're here to enhance your musical journey with our sheet music arrangements and blog posts. As

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Celebrating 25 Years of Musicnotes!

Happy Birthday to us! 🎵   It's offical - we're celebrating 25 years of Musicnotes! Founded in 1998, Musicnotes has been providing sheet music to musicians worldwide for over two decades. When we first started, the world favored floppy disks and CD-Roms. The concept of a digital download

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Superheroes, Indie Films, & Drama: The Versatility of 2010s Movie Soundtracks & Film Scores

Since the origination of movies in the days of the silent film, music has played a critical role. Originally played on a phonograph or performed by live musicians in the theatre, music has always been a key element in the cinematic experience. With changes to technology that elevated the importance

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From Blockbusters to Indie Flicks: The Impact of 2000s Movie Soundtracks & Film Scores

The 2000s were a unique time in the history of film because they came just before Netflix and other streaming services' takeover of the industry and just after the widespread mastery of digital production techniques. Naturally, within this short-lived golden age, musical scores thrived. Here are a few of

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Nostalgic 80s Movie Scores & Soundtracks To Take You Back

There's just something about the 80s: a time of big hair, high fashion, materialism, and "yuppie culture." But if you ask anyone who lived through that decade, it's the music that stands out. The unique sounds of the synthesizer, drum machine, and guitar pedal

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The Evolution of Music Genres

Check out this infographic, which walks you through the evolution of several genres of music!

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70s Movie Soundtracks & Film Scores From the Best of Hollywood

Movie scores and soundtracks are much more than a simple accompaniment to a film. The perfect composition woven into a scene of a movie can guide viewers' emotions, reveal the characters' inner thoughts and establish the world of the film. The 70s was a decade of brilliant film

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Finish The Lyrics: Adele

Let's see if you know the lyrics to twelve of Adele's hit songs!

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The Most Iconic Songs from Classic Film Soundtracks That Stand The Test of Time

Part of what makes movies so inspiring is the music that complements the scenes. Many feature films have soundtracks that generate top hits which endure for decades. Whether you’re new to an instrument or a seasoned player, iconic songs from classic film soundtracks are a great addition to your

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Classical Hidden Gems from Movies & TV Shows

Check out our collection of classical songs featured in movies and TV shows, including Clair de lune, Casta Diva, Pavane, and more!

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New Sheet Music From 'Speak Now: Taylor's Version'

Start learning Taylor's newest "From The Vault" songs!

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The Thrilling Soundscapes of Adventure Movie Soundtracks & Scores: A Symphony of Excitement

Most theater audiences consider film to be a visual experience. However, the truth is that a good movie engages your ear as much as your eye. Successful directors understand that a movie's soundtrack plays a key role in characterization, foreshadowing, scene-setting, and storytelling. Music can affect the amygdala,

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The Most Memorable Drama Movie Soundtracks & Scores That Will Tug at Your Heartstrings

When you choose to see a drama in the movie theater, you are making a choice to feel deeply. Whether it's a tear-jerker, a good-natured dramedy, or a trek through a historical landscape, the drama genre's primary task is to trigger your emotions. Music is instrumental

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This July, Download A Musicnotes Edition For Free!

This month, we're sharing a special gift: you can download one free Musicnotes Edition of your choice at no cost! Simply add one Musicnotes Edition to your cart and use the coupon code MEJULY23 at checkout. It's that easy! What are Musicnote Editions? Not sure what

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The Art of Fear: Exploring the Power of Horror Movie Soundtracks

When people watch horror movies, they want more than a story; they want an experience. They enjoy the tension and excitement that comes with the scares presented in the plot. A critical part of creating that tension is the use of music and sound. Horror movie soundtracks and scores are

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Spread Your Wings: The 9 Best Paul McCartney Songs to Learn on Guitar

Paul McCartney was arguably the most powerful creative force behind the Beatles. He is the only "lead" writer of the band still living and is by far the most prolific. Not surprisingly, he is also the most popular, with an incredible 45% of fans citing him as their

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The Best Action Movie Soundtracks to Get Your Adrenaline Pumping

If you are like most people, you don’t go one day without listening to music. You may have a playlist for your workout, work, or relaxation. The truth is, music impacts both your well-being and mental health because your body responds to its rhythm and lyrics by releasing chemicals

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Best Sheet Music Collections for Beginners, Intermediate, and Experts (Piano, Guitar, Violin)

In this article, you'll find piano, violin, and guitar arrangements for all different skill levels!

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Make Music Day: A Worldwide Celebration of Harmony and Creativity

While we're making music every day at Musicnotes, today is different. Today, we celebrate Make Music Day—a global phenomenon that encourages everyone to participate in the creation and enjoyment of music! One of the most extraordinary things about Make Music Day is the variety of venues and

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From Video Game to TV: How to Play 'The Last of Us Theme' on Guitar

If you're a guitartist and a fan of the video game or HBO show, here's your chance to learn how to play the main theme from 'The Last of Us'!