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Top 10 must-have features available on the Newzik application

The digital age has transformed the way musicians manage and use their scores. From now on, keep it simple! No more paper scores that pile up and get lost: unlimited storage, automated page-turning, score annotation, collaboration between several musicians in real time, even on the other side of the world, everything becomes possible.

Newzik offers aspiring and professional musicians a simple, effective solution for organizing, sharing and reading scores on a variety of media. Whether for rehearsals or live performances, the application allows you to centralize all your musical resources in one place, but that's not all! Discover the 10 essential features that make Newzik an indispensable ally for all musicians.

10 features available on Newzik App and Newzik Web

Real-time collaboration and annotation

Do you play in an ensemble, a band or are you a teacher? The good news is that Newzik facilitates collaboration by enabling musicians to annotate their scores directly in real time. Highlighting, adding comments, text or even drawings, each musician can personalize the score in his or her own way. This annotation system is particularly practical for orchestras or bands, as it allows everyone to follow changes live during rehearsals. No need to wait - everyone's up to date instantly!

Automated page turner

With the automatic page-turning function, interpretation becomes more intuitive. Pages turn by themselves without having to manipulate the device, allowing you to remain fully focused on the music. Whether you use a hand gesture, a Bluetooth foot pedal, or even a facial movement- a particularly practical option when your hands are fully occupied - this feature adapts to your needs for maximum comfort. Imagine playing without ever having to interrupt your performance - everything is designed to make the music flow effortlessly, whether in rehearsal or on stage.

Quick and easy song transposition

Do you need to change the tonality of a song so that it fits perfectly with your voice or another instrument? The Newzik app is for you! With a single click, you can adapt the tonality of a score to your needs, whether to switch from one instrument to another, or to adjust it to different vocal tessituras. This feature is particularly useful for ensembles where musicians may play on instruments with different tunings. Gone are the days of complicated calculations and tedious adjustments: Newzik lets you instantly transpose your tunes, so you can adapt quickly and smoothly to any musical situation.

Digital partition management and storage

With Newzik, you don't have to worry about piles of paper! Store your scores in a wide variety of formats (PDF, MusicXML, MIDI, etc.) and gain easy access to a complete music library, entirely tailored to your needs. Thanks to the Newzik cloud, organizing your scores by project, concert or rehearsal becomes child's play. Everything is at your fingertips, accessible at any time, and from any connected device. No more paper-filled filing cabinets, just simplicity!

Advanced, interactive score customization

Newzik offers a wide range of tools for customizing your scores to suit your needs. Audio tracks, MIDI files and even YouTube videos can be integrated directly into scores. The synchronization of multimedia files makes for smoother playback, especially when working on complex pieces. Want to change tempo or tonality ? It's just a click away! Easily adapt your scores to different levels or instruments, and let each musician personalize their workspace according to their preferences and style.

Instant scanning with integrated scanner

No more lost or damaged paper! With Newzik's integrated scanner function, your paper scores are transformed into interactive digital versions in no time at all. Once scanned, your scores can be converted into LiveScores (up to 500 pages per month for Newzik subscribers). What's more, you can add multi-track accompaniment for total musical immersion. Your digital scores are then ready to be used, shared and adapted on all your connected devices, wherever you are.

Creating a customized setlist

Did you think creating a setlist for a concert or rehearsal was complicated? With Newzik, you can create the ideal setlist in just a few clicks. Gather your scores, organize them in the desired order, and play them back without interruption. Whether you need to change the order at the last minute or create multiple setlists for different projects, it's quick and easy. There's no need to worry about score management - everything flows smoothly, leaving room for what really matters: your music.

The musician's essential tools at your fingertips

Need a tuner, tuning fork or metronome? No need to juggle several applications! All the essential tools for musicians are brought together in the Newzik app. Tune your instrument to perfection, keep the right tempo, or make sure everything's ready before a performance: these tools are here to simplify your life. More practical, faster and always at hand, it's a real boost for every rehearsal or concert!

Integrated audio recording

A great idea in the middle of rehearsal? No problem! Newzik'sintegrated audio recorder lets you capture it all with a single click. Whether you want to save a performance, replay a passage, or share your creations with other musicians, it's all done from the app. It's the ideal tool for listening to yourself, making progress and never letting a spontaneous inspiration go to waste.

Multi-track mixing for musical accompaniment

With Newzik's multi-track mixing, it's like having your own mixing studio in your pocket. The integrated mixer lets you control and balance each audio track separately, and offers the possibility of creating tailor-made musical accompaniments. Perfect for rehearsals or concerts, this mixer ensures better coordination between musicians and optimized sound quality, whatever the context of use.

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Music: 5 reasons to trust Newzik

1. Save time on a daily basis

Manually managing scores, annotations and page changes can quickly become time-consuming. Thanks to the Newzik app, everything is automated: page turning, annotations, score sharing and even setlist creation. The result? Less time spent organizing, more time playing.

2. Adaptability to any situation

Whatever your profile - soloist, orchestra member, teacher or conductor - Newzik adapts to any context. On tour or at home, for concerts or rehearsals, the application follows you everywhere. What's more, with features like scanning and synchronization of multimedia files, the application lets you work anywhere, whether you're at home, in the studio or on the road. Need to adjust your scores at the last minute? Newzik takes care of everything, whatever your instrument or level.

3. A gesture for the planet with an eco-responsible tool

By going 100% digital, you're helping to reduce paper waste while maintaining impeccable quality. Digitize all your paper scores and access your documents in just a few clicks. Less paper, more music, with an environmentally-friendly solution. What more could you ask for?

4. Cross-platform accessibility: available in App or Web versions

Whether you're a fan of the iPad for its touch-screen flexibility, or prefer to manage your scores from a computer, Newzik is available on several platforms. Thanks to its Web version and iPad app, you can annotate, manage and play back your scores anywhere, even on the move. The ultimate flexibility for modern, demanding musicians.

5. Regular updates for even greater innovation

Newzik is constantly evolving to offer you the best. Our team works closely with musicians to develop the application. Regular updates ensure that you always have access to the latest features, for even greater performance. Stay at the forefront of innovation with an application designed by music pros for music pros.

Want to revolutionize the way you manage your scores? Don't waste any more time with bulky folders or lost annotations! With Newzik, you can centralize, personalize and access your scores wherever you are. Download the free application now and discover a new way of experiencing music, whether in rehearsal or on stage. Just pull out your iPad, scan in your scores, and Newzik takes care of the rest.