Transcript What is Notation Software?

Sibelius 4 Tips
For the Ensemble Director
Tom Rudolph, presenter
www.tomrudolph.com
Email: [email protected]
Warm-ups and
Exercises
• Create readiness exercises
 Unison melodies (Option-Click to Copy)
 Rhythm patterns (Use Properties options)
 Use the Arrange feature to score for an entire
ensemble (Band/Chorus/Orchestra)
• Custom warm-ups
 Exercises
 Text plug-ins - note names, fingerings, etc.
 Scales and Arpeggios (via Plug-in)
Inputting Parts
• Type Letter Names
• Use MIDI Keyboard
• Scan parts
 Requires a scanner
• Worksheets Repertoire
• Import MIDI Files
 www.classicalmidiarchives.com
Customizing Parts
• Re-orchestrate an existing arrangement
 Re-pitch parts
 Transpose
 Replace missing instruments
• Simplify parts
• Add parts for the percussion section
Composing &
Arranging Music
• Create chamber music such as duets,
trios, and quartets
 Use Worksheets Repertoire
• Use the Arrange feature
• Create original arrangements and
compositions.
 parts are an after thought with Dynamically
linked parts
Worksheets & Flashcards
• Create worksheets, handouts, tests
using Sibelius Worksheets
• Create your own theory workbook.
• Create custom Flash Cards
Practice Tool
• Mute parts for practice and
demonstration.
• Save Audio files and burn CDs for
practice.
• Save as Scorch and post on web sites.
Student Composition
• Take classes to the school computer lab
or MIDI lab
 theory exercises, scales
• Encourage students to compose original
music
 Sibelius Worksheets
 Sibelius Notes
TIPS
• Train students to use software
• Learn scanning technology.
• Learn to use Sibelius: plug-ins;
arranging; re-pitch, etc.
• Stay current with the most recent
version - Sibelius 4
• Join TI:ME www.ti-me.org
Copyright © Guidelines
• Don’t use notation software to “avoid
purchase”
• Be aware of “fair use” provisions
www.menc.org (copyright law)
• Public Domain is OK (75 years+)
• Arrange copyrighted works with
permission (contact ASCAP/BMI)
The Equipment
• Computer (Mac or PC)
• MIDI Keyboard or Controller- optional but
highly recommended
• Amplification
Reference Materials
Books:
 Coming in January, 2007:
Sibelius the Complete Guide to Music Notation by
Rudolph/Leonard (Hal Leonard Publishing)
 Teaching Music with Technology
Rudolph (GIA Publications)
 Exploring Music Technology
Williams/Webster (Schirmer)
 Technology Strategies for Music Education
(TI:ME/Hal Leonard)
Vendors
Software, Hardware, Books
• SoundTree 800-963-8733
 www.soundtree.com
• J.W. Pepper 800-345-6296
 www.jwpepper.com