Music Staff Paper
Blank staff paper with evenly spaced five-line staves for composing, transcribing and music theory homework. Free PDF, or write notes with Apple Pencil.
Free · no sign-up · PDF works for printing and in any note app (Goodnotes, Notability, Notes for iPad). Premium template in the app.
About this template
Capture melodies the moment they appear. Professional-width staff lines give you proper spacing for notes, rests, dynamics, and articulation marks. Compose original pieces, transcribe songs you hear, arrange music for different instruments, or practice music theory homework. The generous space between staves leaves room for lyrics, chord symbols, and annotations. Musicians, students, and composers finally have manuscript paper always at hand — no more hunting for staff paper when inspiration strikes at 2 AM.
How to use it
- Sketch rhythms first, then add pitches — it keeps the bars aligned.
- On iPad, zoom in to draw noteheads and ledger lines precisely, then zoom out to check the phrase.
Who it's for
- Professionals: Manage meetings & deadlines
- Creatives: Capture ideas & inspiration
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Frequently asked questions
How many staves are on a page?
Ten evenly spaced staves, which leaves enough room between systems for lyrics, chord symbols or fingerings.
Can I use it for guitar tab?
This is standard five-line staff paper. For tab you would need six-line staves.
