Here's how to change the default appearance of octave lines in Finale and Sibelius, if, for instance, you'd like the octave line to simply read "8" instead of "8va".

A small but significant under-the-radar update to Finale Music Notation Software 26.3.1 yesterday, most notably a fix to the latency issue with NotePerformer syncing during playback. We've updated our Finale 26.3 post. Check your updates!

A refreshing swim around the orca-stra as Baby Shark learns about all the instruments. Featuring the incredible @samaracello and the pool of talented musicians: @charliecoleviolin @rosiebergonzi @derrycknasib @david_ruff_woodwind and @wilburjay

babysharkorchestra.com to perform the music.

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Just released on Notation Central: The latest font to be "SMuFL"-ized for Dorico: Nor Eddine Bahha's RealScore, a handwritten music and text font with lots of personality and look and feel of the classic Real Book.

What do you get when you combine a catchy children's tune with a young person's guide to the orchestra and a lovable finned friend? https://wp.me/p1OLc1-5Bi

What do you get when you combine a catchy children's tune with a young person's guide to the orchestra and a lovable finned friend? http://babysharkorchestra.com

Tristan Noon's ebook “Notes to Notes” is back on sale at Notation Central! Pick up this comprehensive and approachable guide to the music business for just $11.99, for a limited time.

New podcast episode! Composer, conductor, and arranger Nicholas Buc has seen his share of film scores. We learn about the many ways that music preparation and technology can provide the Midas touch in those high-stakes performances and avoid the phantom menace of notation pitfalls.

New post! The Convert LV Symbols to LV Ties plug-in replaces LV (laissez vibrer) up and down symbols in Avid Sibelius with native LV ties, which were introduced in the Sibelius 2020.3 update.

Hands-on with the Xkey 37, an excellent addition to CME's lineup of slim, portable, and sophisticated MIDI keyboards that work well with music software on tablets and PCs.