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Gadgets We Like: GoChords Makes Writing Songs Easy With Its Web-Based Tool & App

March 1, 2012

GoChords was founded on the belief that you shouldn’t need to be able to read music in order to write it. This free tool, available as both a web-program and an app (for the iPhone, iPad, and Android) makes it easy for musicians of any level to compose music for whatever instrument they choose. All you need to know how to do is “drag-and-drop” chord symbols on top of the lyrics you’ve typed in. GoChords is stocked with a huge library of chord shapes, but if you don’t find what you’re looking for, you have the option of creating custom chord shapes.

Once you’re happy with your creation, you’ll probably want to share it with your friends. GoChords lets you email your song sheet to friends, and also gives you the option of creating groups in which you can show off your chords.

Learn more about GoChords

Sign up for the web-based tool

Download the free iPad app from iTunes