Hello! This week we are expecting to see the release of MuseScore 4.2.1. It's a relatively minor release, but it fixes some rather annoying bugs in 4.2 and will definitely be recommended to install as soon as it becomes available. Mastering MuseScoreFor the ultimate guide to the world's most popular music notation software, see my online course Mastering MuseScore 4. MuseScore CaféThis week in the MuseScore Café with Marc Sabatella, we will look at MuseScore 4.2.1. Although not much has changed since 4.2, this also gives us a good opportunity to step back and see the big picture, with a tour of the whole program.
Tip of the WeekMuseScore adjusts the spacing between systems in your score automatically based on a number of style settings as well as on the actual content of your score. In this video post, I show how MuseScore optimizes this spacing to produce good results in most cases with no need to change anything, and I also show how to alter the one setting you might occasionally need to. Musicianship SkillsIf you want to learn more about music - theory, composition, improvisation, and more - become a Gold level member and receive access to all of our music courses as well as exclusive benefits like my weekly Office Hours. Music Master ClassThis week in the Music Master Class with Marc Sabatella, we'll do some ear training and look at more music submitted by Gold-level members for our SATB project.
In TheorySometimes it seems we spend more time in music theory learning what to avoid (e.g, parallel fifths) than what sounds good. In this video post, I show how Bach uses parallel thirds and sixths to great effect in a harmonized melody. |
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Hello! We continue our orchestration theme this week, and I'll be focusing on brass. I have posted a new demonstration and project in the Musicianship Workshop for Gold-level members. It's still not too late to join us! Mastering MuseScore If you are interested in getting the most out of the world's most popular music notation software, join our community with a Mastering MuseScore membership for the most comprehensive training & expert support available! MuseScore Café This week in the...
Hello! We continue our orchestration theme and I'll be focusing on woodwinds this week. I have posted a new demonstration and project in the Musicianship Workshop for Gold-level members. It's never too late to join us! Mastering MuseScore If you are interested in getting the most out of the world's most popular music notation software, join our community with a Mastering MuseScore membership for the most comprehensive training & expert support available! MuseScore Café This week in the...
Hello! We are continuing our orchestration theme for the month of July. I have posted a demonstration and project in the Musicianship Workshop for Gold-level members, focusing on string textures. If you've ever wanted to work on your ability to write for orchestra or other instrumental ensembles, this is a great opportunity, and it's not too late to join us! Mastering MuseScore If you are interested in getting the most out of the world's most popular music notation software, join our...