Looking for a Fons alternative built for music teachers?
Fons emphasizes scheduling, automated payments, and business operations. Nova Music adds a free plan and music-learning tools for assignments, resources, and practice gamification.
About Fons
Fons is studio management software for music teachers, with strong scheduling, automated payments, online booking, reporting, and staff tools. Nova Music puts more emphasis on the student learning experience and practice engagement.
Feature comparison
See how Nova Music stacks up against Fons feature by feature.
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Why teachers switch to Nova Music
Here's what makes Nova Music the better choice over Fons.
Student portal where students view lessons, submit assignments, access resources, and track practice
Assignments and learning resources live alongside each student's schedule and progress
Family grouping keeps siblings and shared family contacts organized
Practice gamification with streaks and achievements that keep students motivated between lessons
Free plan with up to 10 students — no paid subscription required to get started
Which is right for you?
Both tools have their strengths. Here's who each is best for.
Music teachers who prioritize automated payments, online booking, reporting, staff tools, and business integrations
Music teachers who want a platform designed specifically for teaching, with student engagement and studio management features
Frequently asked questions
How is Nova Music different from Fons?
Both products serve music teachers. Fons focuses on scheduling, automated payments, reporting, and staff operations, while Nova adds a free plan and a student learning experience with assignments and gamified practice tracking.
Does Nova Music support online payments?
Yes. Nova Music integrates with Stripe for online payment processing on the Pro plan ($10/month or $100/year). Pro also includes invoicing and payment tracking.
Can I use Nova Music for free?
Yes. Nova Music's free plan includes up to 10 students, core scheduling, messaging, the student portal, assignments, and practice tracking. There's no trial period and no credit card required.
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