The phrase identifies a type of software application designed for Apple’s iPad, specifically intended to display, organize, and interact with musical scores in a digital format. These applications commonly support features such as importing PDF sheet music, annotating scores, turning pages hands-free (often via Bluetooth foot pedals), and creating setlists for performances. As an example, an application might allow a musician to download a score, highlight a passage, and then automatically advance to the next page during a performance.
Such applications have become increasingly valuable for musicians, offering a portable and space-saving alternative to carrying bulky paper scores. Benefits include ease of organization, reduced environmental impact by eliminating the need for printing, and enhanced functionality such as adjustable font sizes and integrated metronomes. Historically, musicians relied almost exclusively on physical copies of sheet music, but the advent of tablet technology has spurred the development and adoption of digital sheet music management solutions.
