LilyPond vs Finale : Which is Better?

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LilyPond

LilyPond is a computer program and file format for music engraving. Developed by GNU Project

License: Open Source

Categories: Audio & Music

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

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Finale

Finale is a music notation software. Developed by MakeMusic, Inc.

License: Commercial

Categories: Audio & Music

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows

LilyPond VS Finale Feature comparision

Feature LilyPond Finale
Audio Editing
Music Composer
WYSIWYG Support
Support for Android Things
Midi
Skinnable
Supports for MIDI
Multitrack editing
Windows XP Compatibility
Black MIDI support
Pattern matching
Mod-tracker
Modules
Customizable
Piano Roll
Visual timeline
Ideas Hub
Ribbon Interface
Visual bookmarks
Pen Support
Collaborative writing
Real time collaboration
Intuitive Interface
Engraving options
Studio
Music XML Support
Tabs
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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