The modern Music Teacher's Helper alternative
Music Teacher's Helper has been around for years. Nova Music brings studio management into the modern era with student portals, practice gamification, and a free plan.
About Music Teacher's Helper
Music Teacher's Helper is one of the original studio management tools for music teachers. While it was pioneering in its time, many teachers now find its interface dated and its feature set behind modern alternatives that include student portals and engagement tools.
Feature comparison
See how Nova Music stacks up against Music Teacher's Helper feature by feature.
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Why teachers switch to Nova Music
Here's what makes Nova Music the better choice over Music Teacher's Helper.
Modern, mobile-first design versus a dated interface that hasn't kept up with the times
Free plan with up to 10 students — no trial period, no credit card required
Practice gamification with streaks, points, and level progression that keeps students motivated between lessons
Resource library for sharing sheet music, recordings, and materials without email attachments
Free plan with up to 10 students and modern mobile-first design
Which is right for you?
Both tools have their strengths. Here's who each is best for.
Teachers who value a battle-tested platform with 20 years of refinement, a built-in website builder, and a large established community
Teachers ready for a modern platform with student engagement features, free pricing, and a polished mobile experience
Frequently asked questions
Is Nova Music a good replacement for Music Teacher's Helper?
Nova Music is a modern alternative with gamified practice tracking, a resource library, and a free plan with up to 10 students. Both platforms offer student portals, but Nova adds practice gamification with streaks, points, and achievements that keep students engaged between lessons.
Does Nova Music work on mobile?
Yes. Nova Music is fully responsive and works on any device — phone, tablet, or desktop. The interface is mobile-first, so you can manage your studio from anywhere.
How much does Nova Music cost?
Nova Music has a free plan with up to 10 students, full scheduling, messaging, and more. The Pro plan is $10/month and adds Stripe payments, auto-invoicing, unlimited broadcasts, unlimited students, and 5 GB file storage.
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Nova for your instrument
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