CNST 161 - Music Notation Software

Semester Offered: First Semester, Second Module
Credits (Range): 1 Hour
The two most popular programs for music notation are currently Finale and Sibelius. They are both very powerful,
complex, and require a substantial learning curve. This course provides a directed learning experience with both
programs. Students who complete the course will acquire the following skills in both Finale and Sibelius:
• formatting staves for solo instruments, voice, and small and large ensembles
• formatting notation for use by performers and as study scores
• utilizing musical symbols for traditional and non-traditional notation
• extracting instrumental parts from a score
• saving their finished recording in a format for distribution (printed and PDF)
Students will learn primarily through hands-on experience. Each component of the course will include a introduction
with score materials and practical experience with hands-on exercises.
Instructor: P. Bloland
Prerequisites & Notes
Consent of Instructor required.
Enrollment Limit: 18