I know notation software tends to scare people...well, most software scares people. Finale tends to be the main culprit with this fearful bunch. But I have news for you: Notation software should not be scary to anybody anymore! Finale should not be scary to anybody anymore!
Why? Notation software has gotten to the point that virtually anybody, whether you are a new computer user, master computer user, the creator of the computer, etc, can use it. Seriously! And Finale, the be-all of notation software, has figured out a way to let users do what they want, however they want, without making it overly complicated.
Finale has been around since 1988, and through most of its transitions, it has been notorious for over-complicating tasks. However, it was a very powerful tool, so powerful, most engravers and publishers would (and still) use Finale for their professional needs. However, when Sibelius came into the fray, a good number of Finale users jumped ship and went to the “easy” program.
Introducing the StealthPedal, a one-of-a-kind Audio Interface Controller in a compact wah-style pedal! This handy little device combines 2 great ingredients every guitarist should have into one, very stylish and useable item for your rig.
The weather is getting warmer, the grass is starting to grow, and it's time to clean through your computer. But what if you have a program like Finale or Sibelius that you want to get off of your machine and move it to a better one?
If you haven't heard about the Technology Institute for Music Educators (TI:ME), you are in for a real treat! This organization has been around since 1995 and has been gaining steam ever since. Now, I know there are a lot of organizations that you need to be a part of as a music educator: MENC, ACDA, IAJE, ASTA, etc., but I honestly believe this is one that needs to be on your radar.
Imagine combining sequencing software with Microsoft Paint or Mario PaintTM. Hyperscore does that by having the user compose music by drawing lines. Sounds simple, doesn't it? Well it is!
If you own a copy of Finale®, you can purchase a single copy of Sibelius 5 from July 17, 2008 through September 30, 2008 for only $99 with the Sibelius 5 Competitive Crossgrade. *Terms and conditions apply.
So you’re a rockstar.You’ve got the grooves, you’ve got the moves, and you’ve got the catchy tunes.You’ve toured every local venue, many regional venues, and you’re thirsty for more….buuuut… you’re trying to push through that rigid barrier between rockstar and SUPERstar.
I don’t claim to be a rockstar (although I’ve picked a few strings in my life) but I know a lot of them, and even some SUPERstars.Not only that, but I spend every day looking for new ways to expose our websites, products, services, and knowledge to as many music makers as possible all over the world.So here’s a little advice…
GET AS MANY PEOPLE AS YOU POSSIBLY CAN TO LISTEN TO YOUR MUSIC ONLINE!
The title says it all. eMedia just released a new software title that is a fun and unique way to learn guitar. It is designed for kids ages 6 and up to learn how to play the acoustic guitar.
Before you know it, Christmas will be here and if you are like me, you are probably waiting until the last minute to buy all of your Christmas presents. But just in case you feel ambitious and want ideas for the musicians in your life, check out these titles:
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I know notation software tends to scare people...well, most software scares people. Finale tends to be the main culprit with this fearful bunch. But I have news for you: Notation software should not be scary to anybody anymore! Finale should not be scary to anybody anymore!