How to cancel Musicnotes and keep your sheet music library
What is Musicnotes and why you might want to cancel
Musicnotes is a digital sheet music platform that lets you browse, purchase, and play interactive arrangements across classical, pop, jazz, and other genres. You can buy individual arrangements, stack credits for bulk purchases, or subscribe to Musicnotes Pro for ongoing discounts and benefits.
If you've decided to cancel your Musicnotes subscription, you're making a thoughtful financial choice. Whether you've found another platform, completed a music project, or simply need to trim your monthly expenses, Yafee is here to guide you through the cancellation process step by step. The good news: cancelling is straightforward, and your purchased sheet music stays in your account forever.
Main features of Musicnotes
Musicnotes offers interactive playback so you can hear arrangements before you buy. You can transpose pieces to fit your vocal range or instrument, download PDFs for printing, and access your collection anytime from web or mobile app. Subscription plans add credits, unlock discounts on bulk purchases, and include monthly perks.
Why customers cancel
Most users cancel because they've completed a specific music project, prefer a competitor's library, or need to reduce subscriptions during tight budget months. Some realise they rarely use the platform after the initial enthusiasm fades. Your subscription should flex with your needs, and Yafee recognises that life circumstances change.
Your consumer rights in singapore
Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act protects your right to cancel digital services within a reasonable timeframe and claim refunds if goods or services are faulty or not supplied as promised.
What the law says about digital subscriptions
Under Singapore law, you have the right to cancel a subscription and claim a refund if the service fails to meet the standard of quality and performance described at the point of sale. If Musicnotes charges you for a subscription but fails to grant access, or the platform is non-functional, you can escalate to the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) for dispute resolution. The Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act is your legal shield in these situations.
Musicnotes' standard policy does not pro-rate refunds once a billing cycle begins, meaning if you cancel mid-month, you typically lose the remainder of that payment. However, if you cancel within 2 business days of a Musicnotes Pro purchase made on the website, you may qualify for a refund, less any credits already used. Always check the exact refund window at the time of cancellation to understand your position fully.
Your legal position
You have the right to cancel. Under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act, you can cancel a subscription at any time. However, the company may not refund you for the current billing period unless the service is faulty or not fit for purpose. If Musicnotes fails to deliver the service as advertised, you can request a full refund and escalate the matter to CASE if the company refuses.
Your escalation pathway
If Musicnotes refuses to honour a legitimate refund claim or disputes your cancellation, contact the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) via their website or hotline. CASE handles complaints at no cost to you and can mediate between you and the company. Yafee recommends documenting all cancellation requests and company responses before escalating to CASE.
Your cancellation steps depend on where you subscribed: Musicnotes website, Apple App Store, or Google Play Store.
Cancel a subscription purchased directly on Musicnotes
If you signed up for Musicnotes Pro or a subscription plan via the Musicnotes website, you manage cancellation through your account dashboard.
- Visit Musicnotes account settings and sign in with your email and password.
- Navigate to https://www.musicnotes.com/secure/ in your browser.
- Enter your registered email address and password.
- Locate the subscriptions or billing tab in your account menu.
- Look for "My Subscriptions," "Billing," or "Account Settings" in the navigation bar.
- Select the active subscription you want to cancel.
- Click on the Musicnotes Pro plan or whichever subscription is currently active.
- Review the renewal date and cancellation terms on the details screen.
- Click the "Cancel Subscription" button and confirm your choice on the next screen.
- Musicnotes may ask why you're cancelling; you can skip this or provide feedback.
- You will receive a confirmation email; save this for your records.
- Check your inbox (and spam folder) within 5 minutes of cancelling.
- Screenshot or print the confirmation email as proof of cancellation.
- Access continues until the end of your current paid period, usually the same day you renewed.
- Your access does not terminate immediately; you keep all benefits until your next billing date.
Cancel a subscription from apple app store
If you subscribed to Musicnotes Pro via Apple App Store on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you must cancel through your Apple ID settings, not through the Musicnotes app.
- Open the App Store app on your Apple device.
- On iPhone or iPad, tap the App Store icon in your dock.
- On Mac, open App Store from your Applications folder.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- You'll see your Apple ID account picture or initials.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- A list of all your active App Store subscriptions appears.
- Find Musicnotes in the list and tap it.
- Review your renewal date and subscription tier.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm.
- Apple will ask you to confirm the cancellation.
- Your subscription cancels immediately, but you retain access until your next billing date.
- Check your Apple ID email for a cancellation receipt.
- Apple sends confirmation within minutes.
Cancel a subscription from google play store
If you subscribed to Musicnotes Pro via Google Play Store on an Android device, you cancel through Google Play Settings.
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap the Play Store icon on your home screen or app drawer.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- A menu appears with account options.
- Select "Manage Subscriptions" or "Payments and Subscriptions."
- You'll see a list of all active subscriptions linked to your Google account.
- Find Musicnotes and tap it.
- Review the subscription details, renewal date, and plan tier.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm.
- Google Play will ask you to confirm the cancellation one final time.
- Your subscription ends on your next billing date.
- Check your Google account email for a cancellation confirmation.
- Google sends a receipt within minutes of cancellation.
Refund eligibility and timelines
Your refund eligibility depends on when you cancel and which subscription tier you hold.
When you can claim a refund
You can claim a refund in these situations: you cancel within 2 business days of purchasing Musicnotes Pro on the website; the service is faulty or fails to work as advertised; or Musicnotes charges you incorrectly. If you cancel after 2 business days, you forfeit the remainder of your current billing cycle under Musicnotes' standard policy. Yafee advises that you document the cancellation date and any service failures in writing.
How long refunds take
If Musicnotes approves your refund, the credit takes 5 to 10 business days to appear in your account or payment method. If you used a credit card, your bank may take an additional 1 to 3 business days to process the reversal. If you paid via Apple App Store or Google Play Store, the refund timeline follows Apple's or Google's standard policy, typically 3 to 10 business days.
What you cannot recover
You cannot recover credits you've already spent on sheet music purchases, even if you cancel within the refund window. If you've downloaded and used arrangements, Musicnotes will not reimburse those transactions. Any promotional or gift credits expire when you cancel; they do not convert to cash or transfer to another account.
Pricing and subscription tiers
Understanding Musicnotes' pricing structure helps you decide whether to keep your subscription or cancel.
| Plan |
Monthly cost (SGD) |
Key benefits |
Cancellation window |
| Free (basic) |
$0 |
Browse and preview arrangements; no downloads |
N/A - no subscription |
| Pay-per-arrangement |
$2 to $8 per item |
Purchase individual sheet music; keep it forever |
Non-recurring; no cancellation needed |
| Musicnotes Pro |
$9.99 |
Monthly credits, 20% discount on bulk purchases, early access to new arrangements |
2 business days for refund; anytime to cancel access |
| Musicnotes Pro (annual) |
$99.90 (paid upfront) |
Same as monthly Pro; better value over 12 months |
2 business days from purchase; no pro-rata refunds after |
| Student Plan (with verification) |
$4.99 |
Pro benefits at 50% discount; valid during school term |
2 business days for refund; cancel anytime |
| Corporate / Educational License |
Custom pricing |
Multi-user access, licensing for classroom use |
Custom terms; contact sales team |
After you cancel
Cancelling Musicnotes is not the end of your journey - you retain your library and can return anytime.
What happens to your sheet music collection
Your purchased arrangements stay in your Musicnotes account forever. You can download, print, and play them at any time, even after cancellation. Your account remains active; you simply lose access to subscriber-exclusive perks like monthly credits and bulk discounts. Yafee notes that you can re-subscribe later without losing any of your existing purchases.
Switching to a rival platform
If you're moving to another sheet music service, consider these steps: export or screenshot your Musicnotes library list; download all PDFs you plan to use offline; and note which arrangements you own so you don't repurchase them elsewhere. Some platforms offer limited import tools, but Musicnotes does not provide automated library transfers. Yafee recommends keeping a personal spreadsheet of titles, composers, and keys for easy reference.
Resubscribing to Musicnotes later
If you decide to return to Musicnotes Pro later, you can reactivate your subscription at any time. Your account is never deleted after cancellation, and Musicnotes will restore your subscription history. However, you will not recover any monthly credits you did not use before cancelling.
Common mistakes to avoid
Cancelling Musicnotes is simple, but a few missteps can complicate your refund or access.
Mistake 1: cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed via Apple App Store, you must cancel through Apple, not the Musicnotes website. Many users try to cancel via the Musicnotes app and assume they've cancelled, only to find they're still charged because the subscription was never terminated in Apple's system. Always cancel where you subscribed.
Mistake 2: not saving your confirmation email
Yafee advises keeping your cancellation confirmation email for at least 6 months. If Musicnotes charges you after cancellation, you'll need proof that you cancelled. Without the confirmation, disputing the charge with your bank or CASE becomes more difficult.
Mistake 3: cancelling immediately after purchase
If you cancel Musicnotes Pro within 2 business days of purchase, you qualify for a refund. If you wait until day 3, you forfeit the current billing cycle. Plan your cancellation date carefully, especially if you've just renewed.
Mistake 4: assuming your subscription ends immediately
Cancellation does not mean immediate access loss. You retain full Musicnotes Pro access until the end of your current billing period. If you renew on 15 August and cancel on 20 August, you keep access until 15 September. Do not assume you've lost your subscription the moment you click "Cancel."
Mistake 5: forgetting to download offline copies
Before you cancel, download any PDF arrangements you plan to use offline or in lessons. After cancellation, you can still access your library in your account, but downloading may become cumbersome if you lose internet access later. Save PDFs to your computer or mobile device before your access ends.
Checklist for cancellation
Use this checklist to ensure you cancel cleanly and protect your rights.
- Record the date and time you plan to cancel.
- Log in to your Musicnotes account or the relevant app store account.
- Review your current billing date and remaining credits or perks.
- Download any sheet music PDFs you need for offline use.
- Navigate to Subscriptions or Billing settings.
- Click the Cancel button and confirm your choice.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation within 5 minutes.
- Screenshot or print the confirmation email.
- Verify that your account still shows your purchased arrangements.
- Test that you can still access or download a saved arrangement to confirm access continues until the end of the billing period.
- If Musicnotes charges you after cancellation, gather your confirmation email and contact CASE.
Compare Musicnotes with rival services
Before you cancel, consider whether a different sheet music platform might suit your needs better.
| Service |
Monthly cost (SGD) |
Playback |
Transposition |
Cancellation ease |
| Musicnotes |
$9.99 |
Yes, interactive |
Yes |
Easy (2-click dashboard) |
| MusixMatch |
$7.99 |
Lyrics only; no playback |
No |
Straightforward |
| Scribd |
$14.99 |
Limited; varies by sheet type |
No |
Easy |
| SmartMusic |
$12.99 |
Yes, with recording tools |
Yes |
Moderate (requires email to support) |
| Eight Notes (free) |
$0 |
No |
No |
N/A |
| IMSLP (free) |
$0 |
No |
No |
N/A |
If you experience technical issues during cancellation or need to escalate a refund dispute, use Musicnotes' official support channels.
Musicnotes customer support
Visit the Musicnotes Help Centre on their website or contact their support team via email. Include your account email address, the date you attempted to cancel, and a copy of any confirmation emails. Support typically responds within 1 to 2 business days in Singapore.
If Musicnotes does not respond
If Musicnotes fails to refund you or honour your cancellation request within 14 days, escalate to the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE). You can file a complaint online via CASE's website or call their hotline at 6100 0315. CASE charges no fee and will contact Musicnotes on your behalf. Yafee recommends providing CASE with your cancellation confirmation email, any evidence of disputed charges, and a brief timeline of events.
Your path to cancellation starts here
Cancelling Musicnotes is straightforward under Singapore law, and you retain your purchased sheet music forever. Whether you're switching platforms, cutting costs, or simply taking a break, your consumer rights protect you from unfair charges or refusal to cancel. Follow the platform-specific steps outlined above, save your confirmation email, and verify that your access continues until the end of your billing period. If Musicnotes refuses a legitimate refund or disputes your cancellation, escalate to CASE immediately. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions fairly and recover refunds by understanding their rights and following a clear, documented process. Start your cancellation today, and reclaim control of your digital spending.