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MakesPerfect vs My Practice Canvas
Both stand on music practice software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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MakesPerfect brings individual practice tracking together with teacher assignments and ensemble coordination in a free web workspace. Its library sharing controls do not encrypt files, and interactive playable scores must be edited in OpenVoicing.
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My Practice Canvas combines score-based practice tools with teacher workflows for assignments and feedback. Check the free plan’s PDF limit and the stated cancellation impact before choosing a plan.
Visit My Practice CanvasThe facts
| MakesPerfect | My Practice Canvas | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Practice Studio: $5.99 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | makesperfect.org | mypracticecanvas.com |
| On music practice software | #13 of 23 | #17 of 23 |
MakesPerfect: what it does well
- Interactive scores can be slowed without changing pitch
- Teachers can assign and review exercises
- Ensembles can share a calendar with RSVP statuses
- Browser tuner keeps audio on the device
- Free today with no billing system
What to know first
- PDFs are not converted into playable scores
- Library sharing is not encryption
- Direct file URLs can provide access
- No recording and review feature
My Practice Canvas: what it does well
- Practice Coach plans and times daily practice.
- Loop passages, slow practice, and track sessions.
- Teachers can give video feedback or teach live.
- Students access assigned materials at no extra cost.
What to know first
- Free plan allows one PDF up to 10 pages.
- Canceling via Stripe permanently deletes associated PDFs, annotations, and videos.
- Paid plans start at $5.99/mo.
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