Hello Musical Friends! What do you like about current notation software? What do you dislike about current music notation software? Let me know in the comments below! Have a wonderful, musical day!
I started writing music in 1969, so I am familiar with 'the old days'. I am happy that notation software is as good as it is, especially for tasks like parts extraction. However, it does limit creativity. I studied composition with George Crumb, and after any of you have seen his scores, you will realize that no software can replicate his notation.
I used to use note flight. Decided I was a real musician and couldn't be renting such a beginner software..so I bought Sibelius and Finale..gave up on both of them, preferring using my tablet and freehand writing it myself 😢
I’ve been a composer for over 40 years and used manuscript paper and pen like everyone else. It’s only been the last several years that I started using notation software with Sibelius being my main source. While I really enjoy it (on my M3 MacBook Air), it's certainly not perfect but I’ve never had any crashing issues with it. I think if I have any issues, it’s just that it can be quite time-consuming to not only create compositions but to digitize most of my manuscripts. But it’s worth it.
Hello Musical Friends!
What do you like about current notation software?
What do you dislike about current music notation software?
Let me know in the comments below! Have a wonderful, musical day!
I started writing music in 1969, so I am familiar with 'the old days'. I am happy that notation software is as good as it is, especially for tasks like parts extraction. However, it does limit creativity. I studied composition with George Crumb, and after any of you have seen his scores, you will realize that no software can replicate his notation.
I used to use note flight. Decided I was a real musician and couldn't be renting such a beginner software..so I bought Sibelius and Finale..gave up on both of them, preferring using my tablet and freehand writing it myself 😢
I’ve been a composer for over 40 years and used manuscript paper and pen like everyone else. It’s only been the last several years that I started using notation software with Sibelius being my main source. While I really enjoy it (on my M3 MacBook Air), it's certainly not perfect but I’ve never had any crashing issues with it. I think if I have any issues, it’s just that it can be quite time-consuming to not only create compositions but to digitize most of my manuscripts. But it’s worth it.