Moleskine 13 x 21 cm Large Art Collection Music Notebook with Hard Cover and Elastic Closure, Paper Suitable for Pens, Pencils and Fountain Pens, Black, 192 Pages

I'm using this to study for a Music Theory exam. I needed something with staves on one side of the page and plain or lined paper on the other. Turns out this is a very specific set of requirements! The only other book I could find like this was the  Leuchtturm A4+ Master Slim Notebook with Staves  but it was too large. This Moleskine is nearer A5 size and therefore very similar to the Music Theory text book which makes a nice little package for me to carry around.The paper feels nice to write on with pencil, I don't find that the pencil transfers when I write on the back of the page and the expanding pocket at the back is handy for my few flash cards. I perceive this book to be a luxury item so I'm careful how I write things down which pays dividends when revising because I don't have to try and decipher my scrawled notes! And the fact that it's a bound book means I don't need to worry about losing a vital page of work or putting things in a ring binder in the wrong order.The book feels solid, like it's going to stand up to the rigors of study and when the exam is over I'll have it to refer back to.I would have liked the option of a different colour cover but seeing as Molekine are one of only two companies producing a combined music stave/note paper notebook I'm prepared to make do with boring black. Decorating the covers will give me something to do while I'm procrastinating over my study!

Item received brand new all sealed

A well considered, portable and built-to-last music notebook. I am learning music theory from scratch and the format of the pages (blank writing space on left with manuscript on right) allows me to write and then demonstrate in notation as I progress.There are also a few other features that add to its charm; an included card music ruler/bookmark, a strap to keep the book (and any loose sheets of paper) safe, and a spine that allows the book to stay open at any page without applying pressure. On top of that it is a simple yet smart design....I dare say I shall be investing in a few more of these in the not too distant future!

Perfect for my son in law’s composing during his last year at the RCM. He loves it.

Typical of all Moleskine products, this is a high quality product and a useful addition to my music folder. Smaller than a standard A4 manuscript pad, it makes taking notes and recording exercises during a lesson incredibly simply. Of particular note, the spine bends back fully without cracking and is ideal for a music stand.

Very smart, sturdy manuscript book with good quality paper, as you would expect from Moleskin. Bought as a gift and the recipient was delighted.

I've been using these for years. Great, as always! The paper is thick. I've noticed that paper quality isn't as good in some other Moleskine journals I recently purchased, so I hope that it doesn't change for the music notebook.

Bought this for my daughter- a music student- excellent product, first class delivery & service- will definitely buy again.