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How to Turn Audio Files and YouTube Videos into MusicXML

This article will show you how to convert and turn audio files and YouTube videos into MusicXML with the different Klangio Apps.

Continue reading or watch the YouTube video:

Step 1: Choose a Klangio App #

Before starting, make sure to use the right application, check out this guide if you need help.

If you already have sheet music and want to digitalize it to play it back and edit it, try out Scan2Notes.

Step 2: Upload the Audio File or Paste in a YouTube Link #

The drag-and-drop box of the transcription apps or paste in a YouTube link.
The drag-and-drop box of the transcription apps or paste in a YouTube link.
Melody Scanner: Click on the Green Plus and select "File Upload" or "YouTube to Sheet"
Melody Scanner: Click on the Green Plus and select “File Upload” or “YouTube to Sheet”
The Piano2Notes Mobile App
Click on “YouTube” or “Audio-File”

Now follow the transcription process of the app. Simply drag and drop the audio file into the dedicated box or paste in a YouTube link of music.

Step 3: Transcribe the Audio File #

Transcription Wizard in Klangio Transcription Studio

Simply follow through the dialog windows of the Transcription Wizard. You can learn more about the additional settings in this guide.

Step 4: View the Transcription and Download the MusicXML File #

The transcribed audio in the transcription viewer.
Click on “Downlaod” and then on “Export MusicXML”

You can now see your transcription in the transcription viewer. In the top left corner of the transcription, you have the option to download the transcription in different formats. Choose “Export MusicXML”. If needed, upgrade to a full transcription.

Step 5: Open the MusicXML File #

In contrast to a sheet music PDF, a MusicXML file is editable with composing software like MuseScore, Finale, and Sibelius. Check out this guide on how to open MusicXML files with composing software.

Feel free to check out the other articles in our Help Center for more helpful tips.

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Updated on June 10, 2026