Tall time signatures have been the standard for studio scores for decades. They help ensure that the conductor sees the time signature changes, which is especially crucial when the clock is ticking and dozens of musicians are on the payroll.
Finale Spotlight on Alex Lacamoire, Orchestrator of Hamilton
Hamilton is a cultural phenomenon. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical about founding father Alexander Hamilton has won 11 Tony Awards (including Best Musical and Best Orchestrations), a Pulitzer Prize, a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album, and numerous other awards.
Streamlining the Next Version of Finale
Many of you have asked when the next version of Finale will be released. Today I’m glad to report we plan to make it available by late summer, 2016.
PrintMusic and Finale in OS X 10.11.6
Apple has just released OS X 10.11.6. While current versions of Finale and PrintMusic are fully compatible with this new version of the Mac El Capitan operating system, previous versions are not.
Marching Band Charts Made Easy
Want to write out a short pop melody for your marching or pep band? Not sure how to get started?