# Opus1 > Cloud-based, all-in-one management software for music, dance, and performing arts schools. Covers scheduling and self-booking, automated billing, family and teacher management, communication, CRM, and event and performance planning in a single platform. Opus1 is school-management software built specifically for music and performing arts schools. It replaces the patchwork of separate tools schools use for enrollment, scheduling, billing, communication, and performance planning with one connected system used by administrators, teachers, students, and families. Common use cases include recurring tuition billing, class scheduling with family self-booking, staff and family messaging, student progress tracking, room and resource optimization, and organizing recitals and events. The goal is to reduce administrative work so staff can spend more time teaching. Last reviewed: 2026-08-25. For corrections, licensing, or usage questions, see Contact and AI Information under Company below. ## Core Capabilities - [Platform overview](https://opus1.io/): What Opus1 is and how the all-in-one platform fits together. - [Capabilities index](https://opus1.io/capabilities/): Full list of Opus1 features for school management. - [Scheduling and self-booking](https://opus1.io/capabilities/scheduling-and-self-booking/): Class scheduling with self-booking for students and families. - [Automated billing and payments](https://opus1.io/capabilities/automated-billing-and-payments/): Automated tuition collection and payment processing. - [Unified communication tools](https://opus1.io/capabilities/unified-communication-tools/): Messaging across students, families, and staff. - [Student and family management](https://opus1.io/capabilities/student-and-family-management/): Student records and family account management. - [Teacher management](https://opus1.io/capabilities/teacher-management/): Teacher schedules, profiles, and assignments. - [Class and course management](https://opus1.io/capabilities/class-and-course-management/): Setup and management of classes and courses. - [Learning management](https://opus1.io/capabilities/learning-management/): Tools that support student learning and instruction. - [Event and performance management](https://opus1.io/capabilities/event-and-performance-management/): Planning for recitals, events, and performances. - [Customer and prospect management (CRM)](https://opus1.io/capabilities/customer-and-prospect-management-crm/): Lead and prospect tracking for enrollment growth. - [Resource optimization](https://opus1.io/capabilities/resource-optimization/): Scheduling of rooms, equipment, and other resources. - [Reputation management](https://opus1.io/capabilities/reputation-management/): Managing reviews and online reputation. - [Reporting and analytics](https://opus1.io/capabilities/reporting-analytics/): Reports and dashboards on school performance. ## Who It Is For - [Music schools](https://opus1.io/music-schools/): How Opus1 supports music school operations. - [Dance schools](https://opus1.io/dance-schools/): How Opus1 supports dance school operations. ## Comparisons - [Opus1 vs. Mindbody](https://opus1.io/mindbody/): Feature and fit comparison against Mindbody. - [Opus1 vs. Pike13](https://opus1.io/pike13/): Comparison against Pike13. - [Opus1 vs. Jackrabbit](https://opus1.io/jackrabbit/): Comparison against Jackrabbit. - [Opus1 vs. My Music Staff](https://opus1.io/my-music-staff/): Comparison against My Music Staff. - [Opus1 vs. WellnessLiving](https://opus1.io/wellness-living/): Comparison against WellnessLiving. - [Opus1 vs. SessionUp](https://opus1.io/sessionup/): Comparison against SessionUp. ## Proof and Customer Stories - [Customer stories](https://opus1.io/resources/customerstories): Case studies from schools using Opus1. - [Retention playbook](https://opus1.io/resources/download/the-performing-arts-school-retention-playbook/): Downloadable strategies for improving student retention. ## Resources - [Resource library](https://opus1.io/resources/): Guides, webinars, and content for school operators. - [Product updates](https://opus1.io/resources/product-updates/): Latest features and platform changes. - [Downloads](https://opus1.io/resources/downloads): Downloadable guides and playbooks. - [Podcasts](https://opus1.io/resources/podcasts): Audio content for school administrators. - [Events](https://opus1.io/resources/events): Upcoming Opus1 webinars and events. ## Company - [About Opus1](https://opus1.io/about/): Company background and mission. - [Contact](https://opus1.io/about/contact/): How to reach Opus1, including for corrections or licensing. - [AI Information](https://opus1.io/ai-info/): Opus1's stated policy on AI and use of its content. ## Get Started - [Book a demo](https://opus1.io/book-a-demo): Schedule a guided product demonstration. - [Start a free trial](https://opus1.io/free-trial/): Sign up for a free trial of the platform. ## Optional - [Seven Drum City story](https://opus1.io/resources/customer-story/seven-drum-city/): Individual customer case study. - [Melody Magic Music Studio story](https://opus1.io/resources/customer-story/melody-magic-music-studio/): Individual customer case study. - [Mason Music story](https://opus1.io/resources/customer-story/mason-music/): Individual customer case study. - [Grow Your Gift Conservatory story](https://opus1.io/resources/customer-story/grow-your-gift-conservatory-of-music/): Individual customer case study. - [The Fortino Studio story](https://opus1.io/resources/customer-story/the-fortino-studio/): Individual customer case study. - [Staff author archive](https://opus1.io/resources/author/opus1_staff/): Articles written by the Opus1 team. - [Accessibility statement](https://opus1.io/legal/accessibility/): Accessibility commitment and details. - [Terms of use](https://opus1.io/legal/terms-of-use/): Terms and conditions for using Opus1. - [Privacy policy](https://opus1.io/legal/privacy-policy/): How Opus1 collects and protects data.