forScore ($4.99) This is in my opinion the best music reader out there. My initial complaint was the lack of drop box integration within the program itself. HOWEVER - by opening dropbox, finding the .pdf to view, then selecting "open with", any .pdf file can be then opened in forScore. The best part about this music reader is the programs ability to pre-load the pages before you turn them, making for very quick page turns. Plus it just looks good. If you have ever played in a dark-lit room where you need a music stand light - eliminate this need by getting forScore app where your iPad IS the light.
iReal b ($7.99) Previously iReal Book (changed to iReal b due to copyright issues), this lil' app is a MUST for the jazzers out there. It has many features in common with band-in-a-box. iReal b is an app that plays chord changes by providing the bass, drums and comping together so you can practice soloing. In order for this app to remain legal, they had to do 2 things: 1. Not include the melodies to any of the tunes (chord changes only) and 2. Not include any actual tunes. The only thing it comes with is patterns like ii-V-I in each key and rhythm changes, etc... HOWEVER - by visiting the iReal b forums on their web site using the iPad Safari browser, you can instantly add thousands of tunes right to the application in seconds.
Garage Band ($4.99) I have to include this app simply because it is a great, fun app to mess around with. The best part about it is how it can appeal to musicians and non-musicians alike. For those who enjoy having control of every single aspect of making a recording to those who want the 'smart' versions of the instruments, all will enjoy making music on garage band. Those who want complete control can simply play the piano/guitar/drum set as they are. Those who need more help can select a groove, have the guitar play chords (rather than having to finger/fret them) and play piano chords (rather than actually playing the chords). So all levels are sure to enjoy it.My favorite NON-MUSIC apps:
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Drop Box (Free) Say goodbye to the flash drive. They are unnecessary with dropbox. This app is so versatile, it works on iPads, iPods, laptops, desktops, even my android phone. And I use it on all of them. Dropbox lets you access and share files between all your devices. Try it and see why - check out this video for more info about it. Drop a file from your computer into the dropbox folder, and now you have that same file on your laptop, school computer, phone, or iPad. Can't live w/out it. Comes with a few gigs for the free account, but that will be used up quickly. I use it to back up files that are precious as well.
Evernote (Free) So many uses for this, at first I didn't see why it would be necessary. Now, I love it. I mainly use it for to-do lists, grocery lists, and purchase lists. However, it can be used for much more. Find out what it can do by watching this:
Drop Box (Free) Say goodbye to the flash drive. They are unnecessary with dropbox. This app is so versatile, it works on iPads, iPods, laptops, desktops, even my android phone. And I use it on all of them. Dropbox lets you access and share files between all your devices. Try it and see why - check out this video for more info about it. Drop a file from your computer into the dropbox folder, and now you have that same file on your laptop, school computer, phone, or iPad. Can't live w/out it. Comes with a few gigs for the free account, but that will be used up quickly. I use it to back up files that are precious as well.
Evernote (Free) So many uses for this, at first I didn't see why it would be necessary. Now, I love it. I mainly use it for to-do lists, grocery lists, and purchase lists. However, it can be used for much more. Find out what it can do by watching this:
That's about all for now, kids. I will add more as I discover more! What are your fav apps? Comment below!
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