Sheet Music Management in Chorilo – Your Digital Music Library

The Digital Music Library – The Heart of Your Choir Work

Sheet music is the foundation of all choir work. But managing it can quickly become a challenge: Where is last year's score? Which music do we need for the upcoming concert? Does every member have access to the right pieces? Choir directors know these questions all too well.

Chorilo offers complete digital sheet music management that goes far beyond a simple file storage. The system was specifically developed for the needs of choirs and ensembles and combines organization, accessibility, and innovative features in a single platform.

Ensemble-Specific Music Libraries

Each ensemble in Chorilo has its own independent music library. This separation is not only organizationally sensible but also legally important. If you conduct multiple choirs or sing in different ensembles, the music libraries remain clearly separated. A children's choir has different music than a professional chamber choir, and this distinction is consistently implemented in Chorilo.

The ensemble-specific organization also means that each ensemble manages its own licenses and rights. Chorilo reminds you that ensembles must possess the appropriate licenses for the sheet music. The platform supports you in legally secure management of your music library by creating clear structures and enabling the assignment of music to specific ensembles.

Transparent Access for All Members

A central advantage of digital sheet music management in Chorilo is the democratization of access. Every member of an ensemble automatically sees all sheet music uploaded for that ensemble. There are no complicated permission structures or hidden folders – what belongs to the ensemble is visible and accessible to all members.

This transparency has several advantages: Members can prepare independently for rehearsals without having to ask the choir director first. They have access to the entire repertoire at any time and can also review or refresh older pieces. For choir directors, this means less organizational effort and more time for musical work.

Comprehensive Metadata for Perfect Organization

Chorilo goes far beyond simple file storage. Each sheet music piece can be provided with extensive metadata that significantly facilitates finding and organizing. You can record composer, arranger, and lyricist – a distinction that is particularly important in choral literature. Often the music comes from one composer while the text was written by another author. This information is cleanly separated in Chorilo.

The powerful search function searches not only file names but also all metadata. You can search by composer, title, lyricist, or arranger and find any piece in seconds. Additionally, you can filter and sort your music library by various criteria to find exactly the pieces you need for your next rehearsal or concert.

Seamless Integration into Events

The true strength of Chorilo's sheet music management shows in the integration with other functions. When you create an event for a rehearsal or concert, you can directly assign the relevant sheet music. This connection is more than just a practical reference – it creates a direct link between planning and material.

Members immediately see which music they should prepare when opening an event. They can open, download, or view the PDFs directly from the event in the mobile app. This integration eliminates the constant back and forth between different systems and ensures that all information is available where it's needed.

Mobile Availability – Music Always With You

The Chorilo app brings your entire music library to your smartphone or tablet. All sheet music is directly available in the app, and not just online. The app automatically downloads PDFs and stores them locally, so you have access to your entire repertoire even without an internet connection.

The mobile PDF viewer was specifically developed for musicians. You can browse through the music, zoom in and out, and even make drawings and annotations directly on the sheet music. These annotations are synchronized and available the next time you open the music – whether you open it on your tablet during rehearsal or at the next spontaneous singing event on your mobile phone.

For singers who use their music on tablets, this feature is revolutionary. No more heavy music binders, no loose sheets that can get lost. Instead, you have your entire repertoire in one handy device, can make your own markings during rehearsal, and always have the latest version of each piece at hand.

Audio Files for Independent Practice

Sheet music alone is sometimes not enough. Especially with complex polyphonic works or new pieces, it's helpful to have an audio sample. Chorilo allows you to upload audio files for each sheet music piece. These can be complete recordings, but also individual voice parts – particularly valuable for choir singers who want to learn their part independently.

The audio files are directly linked to the sheet music and can be played in the app. A soprano can listen to her part while simultaneously viewing the music. A tenor can hear the complete recording to understand how his voice is embedded in the overall sound. This combination of visual and auditory information significantly accelerates the learning process.

AI-Powered Program Creation – Innovation Meets Tradition

One of the most innovative features in Chorilo is AI-powered program creation. This feature is currently in beta phase and already shows the potential in connecting artificial intelligence and choir work.

The AI automatically analyzes your entire music library. It recognizes difficulty levels, moods, epochs, and musical characteristics of individual pieces. When you want to compile a concert program, you can tell the AI your ideas – such as "A varied program for a spring concert with medium difficulty" or "A demanding a cappella program with works from different epochs."

The AI then makes intelligent suggestions that consider not only musical properties but also the dramatic development of a concert. It pays attention to variety in tempo, key, and mood, considers the difficulty of pieces, and suggests a sensible order. Of course, you as choir director have the final word – the AI is an assistant, not a replacement for your musical expertise. But it can give you valuable suggestions and save time in program planning.

Practical Workflows for Daily Use

Sheet music management in Chorilo is designed to seamlessly fit into your daily workflow. When you receive new music, simply upload it and add the metadata. The system automatically creates preview images so you can also visually recognize music.

When planning rehearsals, you open the calendar, create a new rehearsal event, and select the pieces to be rehearsed from your music library. With one click, the music is assigned to the event, and all members are automatically notified. They can prepare, download the music, or open it in the app – all without additional effort for you as choir director.

When planning a concert, you use AI program creation for initial ideas, adjust the program according to your preferences, and assign the selected pieces to the concert event. Your members immediately see the complete program and can begin preparation. The music is available in the app, audio files can be used for practice, and everyone has the same information status.

Legal Security and License Management

An important aspect that Chorilo takes seriously is the legal side of sheet music management. The system reminds you that ensembles must possess the appropriate licenses for the sheet music. Copyright and performance rights are particularly important in the music field, and Chorilo supports you in meeting these requirements.

Through ensemble-specific organization, it's always clear which music belongs to which ensemble. You can store license information in the notes for each piece and thus have an overview of your rights and obligations. This transparency protects you and your ensemble from legal problems and ensures that you can conduct your choir work on a solid legal foundation.

The Future of Sheet Music Management

Digital sheet music management in Chorilo is more than just a modern alternative to the music shelf. It's a comprehensive system that combines organization, accessibility, mobile availability, and innovative features like AI-powered program creation. Through seamless integration with events, the mobile app, and other Chorilo features, an ecosystem emerges that supports your choir work on all levels.

For choir directors, this means less administrative effort and more time for musical work. For members, it means easy access to all materials, the ability to prepare independently, and the freedom to have their music with them everywhere. And for the entire ensemble, it means a more professional, efficient, and modern way of collaboration.

Start Today with Your Digital Music Library

Good organization is the foundation of successful choir work. With Chorilo, you have all the tools you need to professionally manage your music library, provide optimal access to your members, and use innovative features like AI-powered program creation.

Test the sheet music management for free and experience how simple and efficient modern choir organization can be. Your music deserves the best management – give it to them with Chorilo.