Understanding digital sheet music: your questions answered

Digital sheet music offers a convenient and instant way to access the repertoire you need for your LCME exams. But how does it work, and what can you do with your purchases? Here's what you need to know.

Print as many copies as you need

When you purchase digital sheet music through Sheet Music Direct (our official sheet music partner) or any other retailer, you can download and print your music immediately. There's no limit to how many times you can print your purchase for your own use, which is perfect for replacing lost copies or printing fresh sheets when your music becomes worn.

Your music, your responsibility

Digital sheet music is a personal licence. Treat it like you would a physical book that belongs to you alone.

Each piece of digital sheet music you purchase is licensed to you personally and includes an individual ID. This means the music you buy belongs only to you and is for your use only. You cannot photocopy for others, or distribute your digital sheet music purchases to anyone else, including friends, fellow students, or family members.

Examiners will apply the same checks for downloads in the exam room as they do for physical books. In digital exams, candidates must show their digital copies to the camera.

If another person needs to use the same piece, they will need to purchase their own copy. This helps support composers, arrangers, and publishers who create the music we all enjoy.

Interactive features and downloads

Your digital purchases from Sheet Music Direct include helpful features such as:

  • Instant PDF downloads for printing

  • Interactive viewing options (for selected titles)

  • Secure storage in your personal library

  • Access your sheet music anytime, anywhere

All your purchases are safely stored in your Sheet Music Direct library, so you can access them whenever you need them.

Getting started

Ready to explore digital sheet music for your LCME exam preparation? Visit Sheet Music Direct to browse thousands of titles across all instruments and grades.

If you’re looking for electronic keyboard repertoire, visit our dedicated landing page. Almost all prescribed pieces and all optional studies are available to purchase as individual digital downloads.

If you have questions about digital sheet music or need support with your purchases, Sheet Music Direct offers comprehensive help resources and customer support to assist you.

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