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Selected Topics in Applied Music for Non-Majors (176-0-1)

Topic

Music Notation Software

Instructors

Carlos Bandera

Meeting Info

RCMA Lower Level 111: Thurs 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

In this class, students will learn how to make professional quality scores and parts using Sibelius Ultimate, through projects ranging from engraving single-staff pieces to pieces for orchestra. Upon completing this course, students will be able to efficiently use Sibelius to create scores for any instrumentation and in many different notation systems. Examples include lead sheets, drum notation, figured bass notation, choral scores, and graphic scores. This class will be of particular benefit to students interested in composing notated music, arranging music, or transcribing/copying/engraving music.

Registration Requirements

No prior experience with Sibelius or any other notation software is necessary; however, a basic ability to read music is required, including an understanding of musical concepts such as pitches, rhythms, time signatures, key signatures, and tempo.

Students are required to complete this survey in order to receive a permission number to register for the class:
https://forms.gle/K4kCzZHHK5LmmdkH7

Class Materials (Required)

Students are required to bring a laptop with Sibelius (installed and activated) to every class. Sibelius may be purchased through a verified reseller, or through Avid. If purchasing through Avid, these are currently the two most inexpensive options:

The first option is to purchase the regular "individual" monthly subscription (not a student discount) at $27.99 per month for the three months during which the class will take place.

The second option is to buy a student discounted annual subscription for $99 plus tax. This option is slightly more expensive but will provide access to the program for a whole year.